Overseas Fellowship of Nigerian Christians

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Trustees

The highest policy and decision-making body in the OFNC is its National Executive Council (NEC), which is made up of National Officers and Area Secretaries. These are also the Trustees of the fellowship. To help things run smoothly, the NEC is chaired by the National Chairman who is the Chief Executive Officer.

Area Secretaries are then the executive and spiritual leaders of their respective branches. The image below describes the different levels of decision-making in the OFNC. The General Assembly meets once each year at the Annual National Conference, which incorporates the AGM; the NEC meets quarterly. Each Branch has a Branch Executive Committee that meets according to local arrangements.

Dr Akintoye Oluwatudimu

Dr Akintoye Oluwatudimu

Chairman

Chairman – Dr Akintoye Oluwatudimu

Akin has been a member of the OFNC for 28 years and has served in various roles, including area secretary of both London Central and South-Essex branches. He is a construction professional within higher education, a director of The Emmanuel School trust and school governor.

Mr. Kayode Adisa

Mr. Kayode Adisa

National Secretary

National Secretary – Mr. Kayode Adisa

Kayode is a trained Chemical Engineer with MBA from Cranfield University. He is a business leader in the Food & Drinks industry. Kayode is passionate about helping people fulfil their human potentials whilst navigating the many hurdles of life, especially with the assurance that faith in Christ Jesus freely offers

Mr Ayo Mustapha

Mr Ayo Mustapha

Assistant National Secretary

Assistant National Secretary – Mr Ayo Mustapha

Mr. Anthony Nwakunor

Mr. Anthony Nwakunor

National Financial Secretary

National Financial Secretary – Mr. Anthony Nwakunor

Anthony Nwakunor is a Pharmacist by profession with  years of experience across different sectors of his profession; Multinational Pharmaceutical Companies, Retail Pharmacy  chains  and the National Heath Service (NHS) in the United Kingdom and abroad.  He currently manages his pharmacy business.  

He brings his huge managerial experience accumulated over the years and spiritual gifts to the National Executive Council (NEC) and the fellowship.
He is passionate about the things of God and empowering people to fulfil their God-given potentials.
He is married  and blessed with children.
Miss Olufunmilayo Bafuwa

Miss Olufunmilayo Bafuwa

National Treasurer

National Treasurer – Miss Olufunmilayo Bafuwa

I’m a publisher, entrepreneur and civil servant. I joined OFNC when I moved to Newcastle in 2016 and found both a home and my tribe. I had served previously as the Editor in chief of Arise Magazine. I love reading and learning.

Mrs Chinyere Erharuyi

Mrs Chinyere Erharuyi

National Publicity Secretary

National Publicity Secretary – Mrs Chinyere Erharuyi

Chinyere is a member of the OFNC Newcastle Branch. She is also the Editor in chief of Arise Magazine.

Dr Dianabasi Nkantah

Dr Dianabasi Nkantah

National Men Coordinator

 National Men Coordinator – Dr Dianabasi Nkantah

Dianabasi lives in Coventry and worships at Earlsdon Methodist Church, where he serves as a Church Steward. He is married with three sons. He is a university lecturer and Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy and serves as Chair of British Computer Society (BCS), Coventry branch.

 Mrs. Grace Ogbeiwi

Mrs. Grace Ogbeiwi

National Women Coordinator

National Women Coordinator – Mrs Grace Ogbeiwi

Mrs Grace Ogbeiwi is the National Women’s Coordinator

Miss Toluwani Daramola

Miss Toluwani Daramola

National Youth Coordinator

National Youth Coordinator – Miss Toluwani Daramola

Miss Toluwani Daramola is the National Youth Coordinator. She is a hospital pharmacist who enjoys music, reading and the creative process in all its beautiful forms. I’m in the Liverpool branch of OFNC and have been since I was 4 years old.

Idorenyin Harrison

Idorenyin Harrison

National Children Coordinator

National Children Coordinator – Mrs. Idorenyin Harrison

Mrs. Idorenyin Harrison is the OFNC National Children Coordinator.

Mrs Helyn Uwubamwen

Mrs Helyn Uwubamwen

National Over 60's Coord

National Coordinator, OFNC Over 60s (Revived) Group – Mrs Helyn Uwubamwen

Mrs Uwubamwen is a member of the OFNC Manchester Branch.

Dr Ademola Bankole Akomolafe

Dr Ademola Bankole Akomolafe

National Prayer Secretary

National Prayer Secretary – Dr Ademola Bankole Akomolafe

Dr Akomolafe is a member of the OFNC Hull Branch. He has been a member of the OFNC since 1991 and has served in various posts including Area Secretary, Men’s coordinator and Prayer secretary. In his own words, he says “I committed my life to Jesus Christ in 1990 I am married with three children and two grandchildren”.

Dr Ifeolu Akintunde

Dr Ifeolu Akintunde

Missions, Evangelism and Discipleship Secretary

Missions, Evangelism and Discipleship Secretary – Dr Ifeolu Akintunde

Ifeolu Akintunde is the Missions, Evangelism and Discipleship Secretary.  He is also access officer.  Before then, he has been national publicity secretary from 2011-2019, member of the constitution drafting committee (2010).  He belongs to the Lancaster branch where he serves as worship leader and was one time the head of the student programme and prayer secretary.  Outside of the OFNC, he is the CEO of IOA Consults LTD.  He has won several awards for his work with international students and disabled people.

Professor John Durodola

Professor John Durodola

Director of Strategic Partnerships

Director of Strategic Partnerships – Professor John Durodola

Prof. Durodola is the immediate past Chairman of the Overseas Fellowship of Nigerian Christians in the UK. He has been a member of the OFNC for many years and can testify to God’s goodness and blessings in the OFNC. He is married to Dr Mrs Funmi Durodola and Jesus is his HERO.

Dr Babatunji Adeogun

Dr Babatunji Adeogun

Director of IT & Systems

Director of IT & Systems – Dr Babatunji Adeogun

I joined OFNC in 2008 and I had served as the Liverpool Branch Area Secretary and later as the National Secretary. I am a General Practitioner. I am married to Oluseun and we are blessed with 2 lovely boys.

Dr. Abel Adegoke

Dr. Abel Adegoke

Mentoring Scheme National Coordinator

Mentoring Scheme National Coordinator – Dr. Abel Adegoke

Dr Abel Adegoke is a senior GP and a Primary Care Cardiovascular Physician. He is a teacher and trainer of both undergraduate and postgraduate doctors in General Practice. A past National Secretary and National Chairman of the OFNC, Dr Adegoke is a Christian leader, mentor and a seasoned conference speaker

National Coordinators, Family Counselling & Support Group – Dr John and Mrs Margaret Ameobi

John & Margaret Ameobi have been happily married since April 1979; and their union is blessed with six grown up children and many grandchildren. They have been part of the OFNC since 1987, and have served in a number of offices and are privileged to still be serving.

Olumide Ologan

Olumide Ologan

Bedford area secretary

Bedford area secretary – Mr Olumide Ologan

Mr Olumide Ologan is the current Area Secretary of the OFNC Bedford branch.

Mrs Michelle Ugwueze

Mrs Michelle Ugwueze

Birmingham Area Secretary

 Birmingham Area Secretary – Mrs Michelle Ugwueze

Mrs Michelle Ugwueze the Area Secretary of OFNC Birmingham Branch. She is a Police Inspector of West Midlands Police who enjoys singing, travelling and swimming. She is married with 3 children.

Mr Frederick Oboloje

Mr Frederick Oboloje

Cambridge Area Secretary

Cambridge Area Secretary – Mr Frederick Oboloje

Bro. Fred is an elected councillor and former chair of the planning committee. Furthermore, he is an academic scholar and a fellow of Cambridge Commonwealth Society. His research interests are in the areas of: international peace and regional security, UN peacekeeping, and peace enforcement operations around the world. He teaches the Membership Class and coordinates the evangelism arm of his local church. He enjoys landscape photography, football, travelling, meeting new people, and plane spotting (a euphemism for watching aeroplanes).

Akintunde Babatunde

Akintunde Babatunde

Cardiff Area Secretary

Cardiff Area Secretary – Prof Akintunde Babatunde

Prof Babatunde is the Area Secretary at the Cardiff Branch.

Isaac Olufunsho

Isaac Olufunsho

Doncaster Area Secretary

Doncaster Area Secretary – Mr Isaac Olufunsho

Mr Olufunsho serves as the branch Area Secretary for Doncaster.

Dr Joel Faronbi

Dr Joel Faronbi

Exeter Area Secretary

Exeter Area Secretary – Dr Joel Faronbi

Dr Joel Faronbi holds a doctorate (PhD) in nursing and is a lecturer at the University of Exeter. He is a pastor in the Redeemed Christian Church of God. He loves travelling, computers, and reading. He is married to Grace, and they are blessed with three children.

Mrs Aderonke Williams

Mrs Aderonke Williams

Hull Area Secretary

Hull Area Secretary – Mrs Aderonke Williams

I am a Food Scientist who has worked in the the regulatory, quality and technical aspects of  food processing.  I enjoy reading, singing and brainstorming ideas.  I am married with 2 boys and love working and living in the Humber area.

Olagoke Faromika

Olagoke Faromika

Kent Area Secretary

Kent Area Secretary – Mrs. Nnenna George-Kalu

Mrs. Nnenna George-Kalu is the Area Secretary for the OFNC Kent branch.

Mrs Yetunde Onilogbo

Mrs Yetunde Onilogbo

Lancaster Area Secretary

Lancaster Area Secretary – Mrs Yetunde Onilogbo

Mrs Onilogbo is the current area secretary of  OFNC Lancaster branch.

lancaster@ofnc.org.uk

Mr Chima Mere

Mr Chima Mere

Leeds Area Secretary

Leeds Area Secretary – Mr Chima Mere

Bro Chima Mere is the OFNC Leeds branch Area Secretary. He lives to serve the King of kings and Lord of lords and is married with two children. A senior food safety & quality manager in global retail market. He enjoys walking and jogging. Love God, life and people are his watchwords.

Dr Gbenga Popoola

Dr Gbenga Popoola

Lincon Area Secretary

Lincon Area Secretary – Dr Gbenga Popoola

Bro Gbenga Popoola is the Area Secretary of Lincoln Branch.

Dr Olutola Awosemo

Dr Olutola Awosemo

Liverpool Area Secretary

Liverpool Area Secretary – Dr Olutola Awosemo

Bro Olutota Awosemo is the current Area Secretary of OFNC Liverpool Branch.

Mrs. Debo Sokoya

Mrs. Debo Sokoya

London Central Area Secretary

London Central Area Secretary – Mrs. Debo Sokoya

Sis Debo Sokoya is the current Area Secretary of OFNC London Central Branch

Mrs. Yetunde Adebisi

Mrs. Yetunde Adebisi

Manchester Area Secretary

Manchester Area Secretary – Mrs. Yetunde Adebisi

Yetunde Adebisi has been part of OFNC since 2003, when she was an MSc student. She is married, has two children, and works as a Software Engineer. Yetunde loves God, is passionate about her faith and aims to inspire others to grow and achieve great things for God. In her free time, she enjoys reading, watching movies, and taking walks.

Mrs Kemi Ajayi

Mrs Kemi Ajayi

Newcastle Area Secretary

Newcastle Area Secretary – Mrs Kemi Ajayi

Sis Kemi Ajayi is the current Area Secretary of OFNC Newcastle Branch.

Mr Peter Ikuobase

Mr Peter Ikuobase

North London Area Secretary

North London Area Secretary – Mr. Peter Ikuobase

Peter is an IT professional specialising in project management. He loves to study, teach and apply the word of God. He leads the Youth ministry at his church. Peter was Editor-in-chief of Arise Magazine from 2012 to 2015. He lives in London with his wife Liz and their two teenagers.

Mr Eke Arinze Onyebuenyi

Mr Eke Arinze Onyebuenyi

Norwich Area Secretary

Norwich Area Secretary – Mr Eke Arinze Onyebuenyi

Bro Eke Arinze Onyebuenyi is the current Area Secretary of OFNC Norwich Branch.

Ms Jumoke Bada

Ms Jumoke Bada

Nottingham Area Secretary

Nottingham Area Secretary – Ms. Jumoke Bada

Ms Jumoke Bada is the Nottingham Branch Area Secretary.

Mr Matthew Hamza

Mr Matthew Hamza

Oxford Area Secretary

Oxford Area Secretary –  Mr. Matthew Hamza

Mr Matthew Hamza is the Area Secretary of the Oxford branch. He is a civil servant who enjoys gospel jazz music and also loves to spend time with his family. He is married with two children. He is also involved with other Christian ministerial functions. 

Emmanuel Ugbede

Emmanuel Ugbede

Sheffield Area Secretary

Sheffield Area Secretary – Mr. Emmanuel Ugbede

Mr Emmanuel Ugbede is the OFNC Area Secretary of the Sheffield Branch.

Mr. Abiodun Ayantunde

Mr. Abiodun Ayantunde

South Essex Area Secretary

South Essex Area Secretary – Mr Abiodun Ayantunde

Mr Ayantunde is the Area Secretary of OFNC South Essex branch.

Dr Oluwafolajimi Fadahun

Dr Oluwafolajimi Fadahun

Southampton Area Secretary

Southampton Area Secretary – Dr Oluwafolajimi Fadahun

Dr Fadahun is currently serving as Southampton Area Secretary for the OFNC.

Mr Justin Ushie

Mr Justin Ushie

Teesside Area Secretary

Teesside Area Secretary – Mr Justin Ushie

Bro Justin Ushie is the current Area Secretary of OFNC Teesside Branch.