Pastor Jimmy Odukoya Remarries, Introduces New Wife to Congregation
Pastor Jimmy Odukoya, Senior Pastor of The Fountain of Life Church, Lagos, has remarried and officially introduced his new wife, Pastor Mo Odukoya, to members of his congregation.
The cleric made the announcement during the church’s Sunday service on November 1, 2026, at the church headquarters in Ilupeju, Lagos State.
The introduction came a day after Odukoya sparked speculation on social media with a photograph showing his hand and that of a woman, both wearing wedding rings. He accompanied the picture with the caption, “To New Beginnings”, prompting congratulatory messages and questions from followers.
Addressing the congregation, the pastor explained that he had spent some time alone since assuming leadership of the church following the death of his father, Pastor Taiwo Odukoya, in August 2023.
He referenced the biblical account of Adam and Eve, explaining that he had been searching for a suitable partner before finding his new wife.
“I was looking and searching, and I found. Some of you saw the post. Some people said, is it artwork? No, it’s my wife. Allow me to introduce to you for the first time, Pastor Mrs Odukoya, your first lady, my wife,” he said.
The new bride, who was introduced as Pastor Mo Odukoya, also addressed the congregation, expressing her delight at joining her husband and the church community.
Pastor Tunde Bakare, General Overseer of The Citadel Global Community Church, subsequently joined the couple at the altar and offered prayers and blessings for their marriage.
Bakare reportedly disclosed that the marriage blessing took place in the United States and identified the bride as the daughter of Reverend Theophilus and Bolaji Daniel.


The remarriage marks a new chapter in Odukoya’s personal life following the end of his previous marriage to Oluwakemi Sade Banjoko.
The former couple got married in London in March 2013 and have two children together before their separation.
Odukoya, a former Nollywood actor who featured in the 2022 Hollywood film The Woman King, became the Senior Pastor of The Fountain of Life Church in September 2023, succeeding his late father.
His announcement has since generated reactions across social media, with several Nigerians congratulating the couple and wishing them a successful marriage.
Blessing Anolaba
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