Meet Nollywood actor, Jimmy Odukoya, now Senior Pastor Fountain of Life Church

Jimmy Odukoya, the son of Bimbo and Taiwo Odukoya, has been officially appointed as the Senior Pastor of the Fountain of Life Church. The announcement was made during a church service at its Lagos headquarters on a Sunday.

Rotimi Okpaise, a pastor addressing the congregation, revealed that the late Taiwo Odukoya had confided in the Board of Trustees members about his succession plan before his passing. The Board of Trustees unanimously elected Jimmy as the Senior Pastor and chairperson of the board.

Jimmy Odukoya

Here are some lesser-known facts about Jimmy Odukoya:

1. Jimmy Odukoya is not only a pastor but also a multifaceted talent. He is an actor and musician who entered the world of acting in 2016 with his debut in ‘Baby Shower.’

2. He played a significant role, Oba Ade, in the Netflix movie ‘Woman King’ and has also appeared in films like ‘Lifting the Veil,’ ‘I am Nazzy,’ and ‘Oga Pastor,’ among others.

3. In addition to his artistic pursuits, Jimmy is a motivational speaker, a skilled dancer, and a fitness enthusiast.

4. He received a nomination for the Africa Magic Viewers Choice Award in the “Best Supporting Actor of the Year” category.

5. In a January 2021 interview with actress Iretiola Doyle, Jimmy expressed that being a pastor doesn’t hinder his acting career. He firmly believed that there is no such thing as a “Christian actor.”

6. In 2013, Jimmy tied the knot with Oluwakemi Odukoya (nee Banjoko) in London, marking an important milestone in his personal life.