Florence Obinim has responded to the recent remarks by her husband, Bishop Daniel Obinim, who publicly stated that she should play no role in his funeral arrangements after his death.
Rather than expressing disappointment, the gospel singer said she appreciated her husband’s decision to openly share his wishes, noting that she would have been more concerned if he had kept those feelings to himself.
Speaking during a radio interview, portions of which have circulated on social media, Florence addressed the controversial comments and said:
“What I will tell him is, may God bless him for saying what he feels. It would have been painful for him to keep it to himself but for him to say it publicly, I will say God bless him.”
The interviewer further asked whether she would attend Bishop Obinim’s funeral should he pass away before her. In response, Florence chose not to delve into the matter.
“For that, let us put it on hold.”
Her reaction follows a strongly worded message delivered by the Founder and Leader of the International God’s Way Church to members of his congregation.
In a video shared on social media, the outspoken preacher outlined specific instructions regarding his burial and funeral rites, making it clear that responsibility should rest solely with his biological children and church members.
Bishop Obinim also stated that neither his wife nor members of his extended family should take charge of any aspect of the arrangements.
“Let this June 4, 2026, video be on record. When I die, only my biological children and the Abroso Family (my church congregants) should bury me. I have excluded my family, including my wife, Florence Obinim. Do you know how marriage is? Never place your expectations on marriage,” he said.
The preacher went on to caution his relatives against attempting to influence decisions surrounding the funeral.
While he said family members would be welcome to attend, he stressed that authority over the event should remain with his children and church community.
“I am telling you today that the day I die, no member of the Obinim family should come close to my funeral. Don’t come and fight over dates. You may attend, but don’t come and do what you like.
“The only people who can fix my funeral dates and make arrangements are my biological children and the Abroso Family. If I die before my wife, she should not be part of the funeral arrangements,” Bishop Obinim stated.
Watch her reaction below.
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