Pastor Taiwo Odukoya’s Wife Nomthi Odukoya Dishes on Her 7 Year Marriage

South African wife of the Senior Pastor and founder of The Fountain of Life Church, Pastor Nomthi Rosemary Odukoya in a recent interview with Saturday Punch shared on marriage, lifestyle and more.

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Being married to Pastor Taiwo Odukoya for seven years now, what are the things that have changed about you?

My potential has been maximised, part of which is writing books. I had never put to effective use this potential before. But now, that potential has been developed. Amazingly, one of the children’s books that I wrote is now the bestselling children’s book in Nigeria. Another thing that has changed about me is that I now eat more Nigerian foods. Finally, I now speak a bit of Yoruba.

You are a mother, an educationist, a pastor’s wife, life coach and writer. How do you combine these roles without getting worn out?

There is wisdom in delegation. I don’t necessarily have to do everything by myself. I usually ask for help when needed.

On your first day of marriage to Pastor Taiwo, what thoughts ran through your mind?

There must have been many happy and exciting thoughts, but I cannot remember any specific one.

What is your philosophy in life?

Enjoy your life.

What pieces of advice would you give to women who are looking for relevance in their worlds?

Be yourself, be original and that would make people to be interested in what you do.

At over 40, you look younger? What tips are essential to be good-looking?

I eat healthily, exercise, drink green tea and a lot of water. I also choose to be happy even in the face of adversities.

What is the greatest piece of advice you’ve ever heard?

One of my teachers in high school said, “If you have something good to say, say it; if not, don’t say anything.”

What makes you cry?

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I cry when I am happy and sad. For example, I cry when I see children suffer. I also cry when I am at a wedding and when I’m ministering under the anointing of God.

What is the loveliest thing Pastor Taiwo ever did to you?

He sent a lovely bouquet of flowers to me in South Africa from Nigeria on Valentine’s Day after I gave birth to our second son.

You always look fashionable. Tell us some of fashion mistakes you see women make.

Some women wear clothes that do not fit their body shape.

How do you relax?

I play with my boys or spend time on my bed listening to music or watching comedy.

What’s the best decision you’ve ever made in life?

Giving my life to Christ.