Olatunde Oluwasola
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu extends his heartfelt condolences to the family, friends, and members of the Fountain of Life Church on the passing of Pastor Taiwo Odukoya, the church’s Founding and Senior Pastor, at the age of 67.
In a statement delivered by his media aide, Ajuri Ngelale, President Tinubu shares in the collective sorrow of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN), and all who were touched by the life and teachings of this revered religious leader. Pastor Odukoya’s impactful teachings, outreach efforts, and philanthropic contributions notably expanded the frontiers of charitable work, particularly in the education and health sectors.
Acknowledging Pastor Odukoya’s significant contributions to the nation’s progress, President Tinubu praised his commitment to aiding the less fortunate and empowering the vulnerable, all the while providing a platform for many to realize their aspirations through the teachings of faith.
President Tinubu emphasizes the importance of upholding Pastor Odukoya’s remarkable legacy, urging all who were acquainted with him to actively preserve and promote the values he stood for. He expresses trust in the comforting embrace of the Almighty God upon Pastor Odukoya’s family during this trying time.
In conclusion, President Tinubu offers his prayers for the peaceful repose of Pastor Taiwo Odukoya’s soul, as the nation collectively mourns the loss of a remarkable spiritual leader.