Jimmy Odukoya also known as Oluwajimi Odukoya is an actor, musician, pastor, and speaker. Prior to moving into the film business, he had a brief career in music and the ministry. His portrayal of Oba Ade of Oyo, the villain in the critically acclaimed Hollywood film “The Woman King,” has made him extremely popular at the moment.
Who Is Jimmy Odukoya?
Jimmy Odukoya was born on April 27, 1977 and he is a native of Ogun State, Nigeria. Pastor Taiwo and Bimbo Odukoya are his parents. Jimmy has two sisters and two step brothers from his now late step mother, Nomthi Odukoya whom his father married in 2010.
Before immigrating to the United States of America, he was raised in Lagos State, where he also completed his elementary and secondary education. His degrees from Oral Roberts University, a foreign university, include a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and a degree in Public Relations and Advertising. He completed his MBA in Business Administration at the same university where he completed his master’s degree.
Pastor Jimmy got married to Kemi Odukoya in March 2013; the two attended the same secondary school. The couple has a son and a daughter and is content with their marriage.
Jimmy Odukoya’s Career
Jimmy was a dedicated member of Transformation Church Oklahoma, formerly known as Greenwood Christian Centre, while he was living in the United States. But his work revolves around his role as a pastor. Jimmy got involved in a local church called Transformation Church—formerly known as Greenwood Christian Center—under Bishop Gary and Debbie McIntosh after relocating to Oklahoma, USA.
He was involved in the youth church, giving talks at conferences and supporting the expansion and advancement of the ministry. He changed during his college years to become an important member of the Transformation church’s active college ministry, B.I.O. (Bring It On).
Following his confirmation, he was assigned to oversee all Church operations and Service coordination while working as an assistant to Pastor Calvin Battle, the then associate pastor and current pastor of Destiny Centre. Jimmy Odukoya left the Transformation Church after many years of service to take a position as assistant to senior pastor Dr. Steve Greene at Bixby Community Church.
In the same year, his father Taiwo Odukoya founded Fountain of Life Church, where he was ordained as a pastor. After his return from the United States, Jimmy Oduokya was appointed Assistant Pastor of Church 3:16, a youth ministry of Fountain of Life Church. Before Pastor J was appointed Coordinating Pastor of the Church 3:16 in February 2012, he collaborated with Pastor Oyinda Soderu. 3:16 His spouse is a pastor at the church as well.
Jimmy was ordained as the Fountain of Life Church’s General Overseer following the passing of his father. Tolu Odukoya Ijogun, his sister, was appointed the church’s associate pastor.
Jimmy Odukoya’s Movies
Jimmy made his cinematic debut in the Desmond Elliot-directed film “Baby Shower” (2016). He has acted in more than 60 films since then, some of which are: A Ride Too Far, GuynMan, Famously Single, Rage, Charmed, The Bling Lagosians, Against The Clock, Daydream, Crazy Grannies, Unbridled, Private Matters, Crown King, e.t.c.
Jimmy has appeared in a number of TV shows, including The Sojjis and Encounters. Jimmy received a global role in the 2022 American historical action film “The Woman King.” He became well-known in the film industry thanks to his portrayal of the villain “Oba Ade” in the film.
Jimmy does not only act but also speaks at keynotes, models, musicians, and brand influencers.
Jimmy Odukoya’s Net Worth
As of right now, Pastor Jimmy Odukoya’s net worth is unknown. On the other hand, his estimated net worth is $200,000.
