Nigeria, July 2 -- Jimmy Swaggart, the fiery American televangelist who commanded the global Christian media before scandals dramatically cut his popularity, died on July 1, 2025, at the age of 90.

Swaggart passed away weeks after suffering a heart attack on June 15 at his home in Baton Rouge. He had been placed in intensive care shortly afterward. His death was announced by his ministry, Jimmy Swaggart Ministries, which he led until his final days.

In Nigeria and across Africa, Swaggart's SonLife Broadcasting remained a fixture in many Christian households. Speaking to aTNCcorrespondent, a Christian woman in Abuja reflected:

"He lived a glorious life regardless of the scandals he faced. We always watched him on TV, and I particularly ...