In a state house press release, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed his deep sorrow over the passing of the Fountain of Life Church’s Senior Pastor Taiwo Odukoya, aged 67.
The President conveyed his heartfelt condolences to the family, friends, and congregants, as well as to the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN), and associates of the esteemed religious leader.
Pastor Odukoya’s impactful work in the education and health sectors, along with his dedication to supporting the weak and vulnerable, were commended by the President.
He urged all who knew him to sustain the significant legacies left behind by the revered clergyman, while praying for the repose of his soul.
Find below the release
STATE HOUSE PRESS RELEASE
PRESIDENT TINUBU MOURNS PASTOR TAIWO ODUKOYA
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu shares in the pain of loss with the family, friends and congregants of the Fountain of Life Church, over the passing of the Senior Pastor, Taiwo Odukoya, 67.
President Tinubu sends his heartfelt condolences to the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN) and associates of the highly revered religious leader, whose teaching, outreach and good work expanded the frontiers of charitable endeavour with particular respect to the education and health sectors.
The President notes the worthy contributions of Pastor Odukoya to the development of the country, supporting the weak and vulnerable while providing a platform for many to realize their dreams through the teaching of the word of faith.
President Tinubu highlights the importance of the active sustenance of the outstanding legacies of the renowned clergyman by all who knew him, trusting that the Almighty God will continue to comfort the family.
The President prays for repose of the soul of the departed.
Ajuri Ngelale
Special Adviser to the President of Nigeria
(Media & Publicity)
August 8, 2023
