Ace musician, Evangelist Ebenezer Obey-Fabiyi, has broken silence on the cause of the death of one of his sons, Olayinka.
Obey in a statement issued on Tuesday said his son died as a result of his inability to fight his ‘weaknesses’ against alcohol.
This, according to the veteran musician, made him launch a new ministry tagged, “Freedom from Alcoholism and Drug Addiction Ministry” (FADAM), as part of his efforts to join forces with the war against alcoholism and drug addiction, especially among the younger generation of Nigeria and in the Diaspora.
Recall that Olayinka, 48, was said to have passed away on Friday, July 31, 2022, and interred the next day.
Reacting to the demise, Obey appreciated everyone for their condolences. He also sent special regards to his family and friends who stood by Yinka till he breathed his last.
The statement read in part, “The doctors called me six months ago to inform me that Yinka had less than six months to live.
“It was very painful and bad news that a father must not hear about his son.
“Since then, l went back to the Holy Spirit to teach me what to do and the result of my communication with the Holy Spirit is the launching of this ministry.
“I have received several condolence messages from all and sundry. l appreciate everyone for their love and concern. l also thank Yinka’s friends for their efforts and support.
“l thank my eldest son, Shina, for ‘coordinating’ all his younger brothers and sisters, for extra and special care for Yinka till the end of his life. I also thank the pastors, elders, and the entire Decross family for everything.
“Once again, I appreciate all condolences, but let us rather turn further condolences to prayer support of this new ministry to help those who are in pain of alcoholism and drug addiction. Get out of alcoholism, get out of drugs. Jesus loves you.”
