Deya, who gained notoriety in the early 2000s for claiming he could help infertile couples conceive "miracle" babies through prayer, garnered both fame and controversy over the years. His church was the subject of investigations that linked it to a suspected child-trafficking scandal, which led to his arrest and extradition from the UK approximately eight years ago. Deya was ultimately acquitted of the allegations in 2021 due to a lack of evidence.

The tragic news of his passing was met with remarks of sorrow from Siaya County Governor James Orengo, who described the accident as "horrific" and confirmed the involvement of a county vehicle. This incident has reignited conversations surrounding the complexities of Deya's legacy in the realm of faith, infertility, and ethical practices within religious organizations.