Ebenezer Obey, the ace singer, has launched a ministry
against drug addiction and alcoholism in honour of Olayinka Olalekan, his late
son.
The movement, which is tagged Freedom from Alcoholism and
Drug Addiction Ministry (FADAM), is aimed at enlightening youths against the
dangers of inordinate affinity for drugs and alcohol.
Speaking on the inspiration behind the ministry, Obey hinted
that Olayinka might have died of drug addiction.
He added that he tried as a father to help Olayinka “fight
his weakness.”
Obey said doctors also called “me six months ago to inform
me that Olayinka has less than six months to live.”
The veteran singer said the fundamental objective of the new
ministry is to turn the pains of his son’s death into a solution ministry that
will help parents of youths passing through the same to deal with such a
situation.
The ace singer said FADAM will serve as an avenue to assist
parents and families of alcoholic and drug-addicted children to overcome the
challenges battling their wards.
“The doctors called
me six months ago to inform me that Yinka has less than six months to live,
this was very painful and bad news that a father must not hear about his son,
since then,” he said.
“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 and thank you all for your love and concern.
“l also thank Yinka’s friends for their effort and support
and l must thank Shina Obey-Fabiyi (my eldest son) 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 to further condolences to
pray for support of this new ministry to help those who are in pain of
alcoholism and drug addiction.”
Olayinka died on Friday at the age of 48 and was buried on
Saturday.
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