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Gospel singer Egbin Orun is dead

Popular Nigerian gospel singer, Morenikeji Adeleke, well known as Egbin Orun, is dead.

The gospel singer’s death was announced by her colleague, Esther Igbekele, via a post on Instagram on Saturday night.

Igbekele expressed sadness over the demise of Adeleke whom she described as a “beautiful and kind-hearted woman”.

She added that she and the later singer spoke last week, saying she will be greatly missed.

She wrote: “I got home from my programme to hear about this great loss. Prophetess Morenikeji Egbin Orun you left without saying goodbye.

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“We spoke together last week not knowing you are about to embark on a journey to the great beyond. You are such a beautiful and kind-hearted woman and a very good supporter of my ministry.

“I am deeply saddened at your demise but God knows best. You will be greatly missed and your good deeds will continue to linger in our hearts.”

“Ah Egbin Orun. Good night! Keep resting in the bosom of Christ. Ah Gone too soon.”

In another post on Instagram on Sunday morning, Igbekele said: “You will be greatly missed Morenikeji Egbin Orun. May your soul find eternal rest. We love you but God loves you more. Heaven has just gained an angel. Happy you always.”

However, the cause of her death has yet to be ascertained as there has been no official statement from the family of the deceased.

The Star

Segun Ojo

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