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.

nationaltreasurer@ofnc.org.uk

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.

 Dr. Ngozi Nwokoma

Dr. Ngozi Nwokoma

National Women Coordinator

National Women Coordinator – Dr Ngozi Nwokoma

A medical doctor, Ngozi is passionate about encouraging people to maximise every opportunity while acknowledging God as the source of everything. The author of: Hope Breaks out with Singing & The Fear of God, she is married to Dr. Chinwe Nwokoma and blessed with 3 children.

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.

Margaret Inyang

Margaret Inyang

National Children Coordinator

National Children Coordinator – Mrs. Margaret Ubongabasi Inyang

Mrs. Margaret Ubongabasi Inyang is the OFNC National Children Coordinator. She is a Nurse with great passion and interest in  children She enjoys mentoring young ones. She is married with 3 children.

Dr Ayuba Lawan

Dr Ayuba Lawan

National Coordinator, OFNC Over 60s (Revived) Group – Dr Ayuba Lawan

Dr Lawan is a member of the OFNC Sheffield 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).

Ayodeji Rotibi

Ayodeji Rotibi

Cardiff Area Secretary

Cardiff Area Secretary – Mr Ayodeji Rotibi

Bro Ayo Rotibi is the Area Secretary at the Cardiff Branch. He is a Cybersecurity researcher at the Cardiff University and the Associate Pastor at the Cardiff branch of Winners Chapel International. He is married to Tayo and they are blessed with children.

Oluwagbeminiyi Olusola

Oluwagbeminiyi Olusola

Doncaster Area Secretary

Doncaster Area Secretary – Pastor Oluwagbeminiyi Olusola

Brother Oluwagbeminiyi Olusola serves as the branch Area Secretary for Doncaster. He holds degrees in Electrical Engineering and Theology. A lover of God and together with wife Olabimpe, pastors the RCCG Maranatha Church Doncaster. His interests are in the Kingdom of God, computers, singing and teaching.

Pastor Caleb Akinola

Pastor Caleb Akinola

Exeter Area Secretary

Exeter Area Secretary – Pastor Caleb Akinola

Bro Caleb Akinola is the current Area Secretary of OFNC Exeter Branch.

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 – Mr. Olagoke Faromika

Mr. Olagoke Faromika is the Area Secretary for the OFNC Kent branch. He is a Chartered Architectural Technologist by profession, He is a member of the KICC Church in Kent, England and a member of the Board of Trustees for RCCG Glory of God Parish Exeter, Devon. Goke enjoys traveling, playing Tennis, and cycling in spare time. He is married and blessed with 3 children

Mrs Glory Vincent-Hejirika

Mrs Glory Vincent-Hejirika

Lancaster Area Secretary

Lancaster Area Secretary – Mrs Glory Vincent-Hejirika

Sister Glory is the current area secretary of  OFNC Lancaster branch. She is blessed with 4 children and works in the NHS as a healthcare science assistant. In her words; “I believe that Jesus is my Lord and saviour and I am proud to be a member of the OFNC”.

07397989476

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

Sis Yetunde Adebisi is the current Area Secretary of OFNC Manchester Branch.

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.

Mr Timothy Aguana

Mr Timothy Aguana

Nottingham Area Secretary

Nottingham Area Secretary – Mr. Timothy Aguana

Architect and experienced Business Improvements Technician, Process Manager, Data Analyst & Construction professional with strong business analysis, Building & Architectural Knowledge.

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. 

Pius Oboh

Pius Oboh

Sheffield Area Secretary

Sheffield Area Secretary – Mr. Pius Oboh

Deacon Pius Oboh is the OFNC Area Secretary of the Sheffield Branch. He is a Barrister-at-law, married with 3 lovely children. He enjoys playing football and traveling.

Mrs. Titilayo Oluwatudimu

Mrs. Titilayo Oluwatudimu

South Essex Area Secretary

South Essex Area Secretary – Mrs. Titilayo Oluwatudimu

Titilayo has been a member of OFNC for more than 28 years and was once the National Publicity Secretary and Youth Coordinator. She is an experienced educator and currently the CEO/Director of Education of The Emmanuel School Trust.  Titilayo is a motivational speaker and an advocate for Parental Involvement in education.

Mr Antonio Alfredo Tembo

Mr Antonio Alfredo Tembo

Southampton Area Secretary

Southampton Area Secretary – Mr. Antonio Alfredo Tembo

Bro Antonio Tembo is a Multiskilled Engineer at 2 Sisters Food Group, as part of team of diversified engineering disciplines that maintain a poultry automation factory. He graduated from the University of Portsmouth with a Bachelor of Electronic Engineering. He 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.