Jimmy Odukoya Honors Late Mum Bimbo 20 Years After Plane Crash Tragedy

• Jimmy Odukoya, honored the 20th anniversary of his mother, Pastor Bimbo Odukoya’s death on December 10, 2025.
• Pastor Bimbo Odukoya was a prominent Nigerian minister who died in the Sosoliso Airlines Flight 1145 crash on December 11, 2005, at the age of 45.
• Jimmy shared a heartfelt tribute on social media, reflecting on his emotions and memories of his mother over the past two decades.

On Wednesday, December 10, 2025, Nollywood actor-turned-pastor Jimmy Odukoya of Fountain of Life Church commemorated the 20th anniversary of his mother, Pastor Bimbo Odukoya’s passing, with a deeply personal tribute.

Pastor Bimbo Odukoya, a respected Nigerian minister, tragically lost her life in the Sosoliso Airlines Flight 1145 crash on December 11, 2005, at the age of 45. Reflecting on the two decades since her death, Jimmy took to social media to share his emotions and memories.

He expressed how quickly time has flown and emphasized that he feels her presence every day. Jimmy also recalled a prophecy she made about his future in ministry, which has come true. “Guess what?! You sure were right! I did end up becoming a Pastor,” he wrote.

In his tribute, he highlighted that her grandchildren are familiar with her legacy and affirmed his commitment to continuing the work she started.

“Know that I’m carrying on your legacy, hope I’m making you proud… Love you mum! Now and always… P.S. Say hi to Dad for me,” Jimmy added.

The Fountain of Life Church, currently led by Jimmy, was originally founded by his late parents.

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Read some commnets below:

@eniayenfe_ot:”Mama we missed Single and married we love you keep resting in power.”

@pamelasvoice:”I remember when I was a child and she will come to House of Grace for our camp meeting. She was so beautiful. As a child i remember her show Single and married. She would say “don’t look at the container, look at the content”.

@thebabylounge:”Take pictures. With your loved ones. Those “random” pictures may be the most precious memories you’d ever have. Don’t wait for ‘perfect’ photoshoots.”

@igolo_crystal1:”Your mum inspired alot of mums, as little as I was back then I enjoyed sneaking to the palour to watch singles and married God bless her soul.”

@themrsre:”Precious Unforgettable! Your parents are forever in my heart Their legacy lives on through each of you, their precious blessings and in every life that they touched.”

@ricch_soma:”I don’t know her but my mom has spoken severally how ur mom was a beautiful believer and she was a role Model to many women.”