A popular Port Harcourt-based preacher and televangelist, Pastor Nkechi Ene, has passed away at the age of 56.
Her church, The Carpenter’s Church, announced her death on Thursday, in a statement signed by Pastor Sola Akinwale.
According to the statement, Pastor Ene who is the host of Freshdew TV died in Lagos shortly after returning to Nigeria from an extensive international ministry tour.
“It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing into glory of God’s servant, our presiding pastor, our mother-in-Israel, Pastor Nkechi Ene, on Wednesday, 29th October 2025.
“Pastor Kech returned to Nigeria exhausted after a successful and extensive ministry trip, marked by miracles and testimonies. She experienced a sudden health crisis while in Lagos.”
The church described her passing as a shocking and painful loss but said it remained steadfast in faith and gratitude to God.
The statement said “As our hearts hurt and questions assail our minds while we process this shocking news, we rest assured in the unwavering truth that God is the good God and His mercies endure forever. He is always faithful. Pastor is in a better place, for to be with Christ is far better (Phil. 1:23),” the statement continued.
“As Apostle Paul said, ‘For to me, to live is Christ, and to die is gain’ (Phil. 1:21). Our pastor was a woman of great faith, who lived and believed the Word of God till the very end. She gave her life in service to God and His people. She has now heard the words from her Master, ‘Well done, good and faithful servant’ (Matt. 25:21).”
The Carpenter’s Church called for unity and support among its members during this difficult period.
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“At times like these, what we should do is to embrace, comfort, and encourage one another—starting with our Pastor’s family. Let us overwhelm them with our love, comfort, and prayers, especially Pastor’s husband, Bro. Emeka Ene, and their daughters, Zoe, Chloe, Tracy, and Osi. We also continue to uphold her mother, Ma. Mercy Chijioke, as well as her brothers and sisters.”
The church further expressed gratitude to God for Pastor Ene’s life and legacy, describing her as a “general of faith” whose ministry deeply impacted lives across the world.
“Despite the void of her departure, we are grateful to God for an excellent and productive life well lived. We honour and celebrate one of the great generals of God in our generation—one who lived and taught the undiluted Word of God, danced with the Holy Spirit, and by precept and example taught us to do the same.
“Her life was an impactful one of faith in God, selfless and sacrificial service, and a profound love for God and humanity. Though now absent from us, her impact and legacy endure in our hearts and in our lives. The Lord is good, and His mercies endure forever. We celebrate God’s general, our mother-in-Israel, Pastor Mrs. Nkechinyere Ene.”