Serere Pastor Dies After Being Kicked by ‘Demon-Possessed’ Worshipper

Summary:

• A Christmas Eve spiritual ritual in Serere District, Uganda, turned tragic when a man, allegedly possessed by demons, kicked Pastor John Michael Ekamu, 52, during a prayer session, causing fatal injuries. Despite initial medical attempts, the pastor died on Christmas Day. The suspect, Osagani, 30, is in police custody as investigations continue.

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A spiritual cleansing ritual on Christmas Eve in Serere District, Uganda, ended in tragedy when a man reportedly possessed by demons fatally attacked a pastor during a prayer session.

The incident took place at Agule Pentecostal Assemblies of God (PAG) Church in Ocuko Village, Kateta Sub-county. The deceased, 52-year-old Pastor John Michael Ekamu, was a resident of Osokotoit Village and a leader at the church.

The suspect, Osagani, 30, had been brought to the church by his father, Simon Ogwang, after traveling from Kampala. Osagani’s father claimed his son was experiencing severe demonic attacks and sought spiritual intervention.

During the prayers, Osagani allegedly kicked Pastor Ekamu, causing him to fall. Despite the incident, the prayers continued, and the pastor chose to remain at the church overnight.

The following morning, Pastor Ekamu collapsed during a prayer session but declined immediate medical help, asserting, “the devil has been defeated.” His condition worsened, and he was later taken to Serere Health Center IV, where medical examinations revealed injuries to his pancreas.

Efforts to save the pastor through surgery were unsuccessful, and he was pronounced dead on Christmas Day. His body was transferred to Soroti Regional Referral Hospital for a postmortem examination.

East Kyoga Regional Police Commander Damalie Nachuha confirmed the suspect is in custody, and investigations are ongoing. The incident has left the local community in shock as they await further details from authorities.