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The church leader had sparked debate after stating that he does not want his wife involved in planning his burial when he dies. His remarks quickly went viral, drawing mixed reactions from the public and prompting Florence to respond.In her reaction, Florence said she was not offended by her husband’s statement.
She described him as someone who speaks his mind and expressed gratitude that he shared his wishes while still alive.Following her comments, Bishop Obinim released a new video to clarify his position. He explained that although Florence would not be part of his burial arrangements, she is still fully recognised as his wife and would be allowed to attend his funeral as a widow.
He added that his decision was influenced by disputes he has observed in the families of other well-known personalities after their deaths. According to him, he wants to avoid similar conflicts and ensure a smooth process for his children and church.Obinim also stated that he has already made a will and distributed his properties among his children.
He stressed that there is no conflict between him and his wife, adding that she has not challenged his comments privately.He further maintained that his only intention is to prevent confusion and disagreements when he is no longer alive.The issue has continued to generate reactions online, with many people sharing different opinions on his approach to funeral planning.
