Jimmy Odukoya, eldest son of the late Pastor Taiwo Odukoya, has been appointed as the new General Overseer of the Fountain of Life Church in Ilupeju, Lagos. This announcement was made by the church on Sunday, where it was also revealed that Pastor Jimi would be taking on the role of Chairman of the Board of Trustees.
The transition comes after the passing of Pastor Taiwo Odukoya on August 7 in the United States, with his interment taking place this month.
A board member, whose name has yet to be confirmed, conveyed the news to the congregation with great enthusiasm, stating, “Pastor Jimmy is now our senior pastor and he is the chairman of the Board of Trustees.”
Commencing his official role as senior pastor on September 30, Jimmy Odukoya is recognized not only for his spiritual leadership but also for his involvement in Nollywood, where he has been active since 2016, debuting in the film ‘Baby Shower’.
Additionally, Jimmy is a multifaceted individual, engaging in motivational speaking, dance, and fitness pursuits. In a January 2021 interview with actress Iretiola Doyle, he emphasized that his role as a pastor does not hinder his acting career, asserting, “How does being a pastor affect my acting career? I don’t believe it, some people have different opinions, one is if I am an actor, I should be a Christian actor and I say there is no such thing.”