Our Diaconate
DEACON GBENGA ADEBOYE
Adeboye O. ‘Gbenga is a humble, dedicated, and committed servant of God currently serving as Deaconate Ministry Chairman of New Fountain Baptist Church (NFBC).
He is an Information Technology (IT) graduate with many professional certifications. He is a certified IT trainer with extensive experience and is currently employed at a well-known IT training institute.
Since he joined the membership of New Fountain Baptist Church in May 2006, he has served and is still serving in various capacities and ministries of the church.
Dn. Adeboye is married to Sis. Bukola and the marriage is blessed with three great children.
To God be All the Glory.
DEACON OLAJIDE OLUBORODE
Jide is an extrovert who passionately loves God and maintains unparalleled relationships with both the young and the old. He enjoys helping others and is always willing to go the extra mile to help individuals realize their God-given potential.
Jide holds both a bachelor’s and a master’s degree in Transportation Planning and Management from the prestigious University of Lagos. He is also a full member of the National Institute of Marketing of Nigeria.
Currently, Jide serves as the Chief Consumer Protection Specialist with the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority.
Jide and his amiable wife joined New Fountain Baptist Church in September 2006, and since then, they have experienced numerous blessings and favors from the Lord. They are blessed with three wonderful boys.
DEACONESS MOTUNRAYO ANISE
Deaconess Anise Motunrayo Eunice is a dedicated servant of God at New Fountain Baptist Church, Ipaja, Lagos. She deeply loves God and strives to always fulfill His will. Married to Deacon Engineer Anise Augustine Olaniyi, they are blessed with two wonderful children. Motunrayo holds a Master of Education degree in Educational Administration and Planning. Since joining the New Fountain Baptist Church at Gowon Estate, Ipaja, Lagos, in 2006. She has, by the grace of God and with the help of the Holy Spirit, served in various capacities including Membership Coordinator, Lydia Director, Women Missionary Union President, and Discipleship Coordinator.
DEACON LAWRENCE MOLOKWU
Lawrence Molokwu is deeply passionate about the Word of God and is an active participant in teaching Sunday School lessons and attending to the welfare of church members. He has been a devoted member of New Fountain Baptist Church since 2006. Lawrence and his wife, Ifeoma, are blessed with three young children. In addition to his commitment to God’s service and his family, Lawrence enjoys playing Chess, Lawn Tennis, and Swimming.
Professionally, Lawrence holds a degree in Chemical Engineering and is a certified safety professional. He possesses extensive experience in lubricants supply chain management, lubricants development and industrial sales engineering, as well as occupational health and safety management.
DEACONESS VERONICA NWOSU
Veronica Nwosu rededicated her life to Christ as her personal Lord and Savior in 1987 at New Estate Baptist Church, Surulere, Lagos, which is the mother church to NFBC. Since the inception of NFBC, she has been a faithful member alongside her family. She is married to Dn. Oji Nwosu, and they are blessed with four children and numerous grandchildren.
Her deep commitment to a personal walk with Christ and her family led her to serve in the children’s church. She takes joy in teaching and nurturing children to know and love God. Additionally, she has served as a Group Leader and Prayer Coordinator. Her prayer is that all members of NFBC will discern and obediently follow God’s plans for His church.
DEACON ABIODUN OJEDIRAN
Abiodun Philip Ojediran is passionate about fostering both physical and spiritual growth in people. He believes that the fundamental step to growth is to follow the teachings of our Lord Jesus Christ in Matthew 6:33. He encourages those around him to prioritize their relationship with God and strives to connect people with job opportunities.
Born on April 7th, 1982, to Mr. Jacob Adetunji and Mrs. Janet Funke Ojediran in Otu, Itesiwaju (formerly Iseyin) Local Government Area of Oyo State, Nigeria, he currently holds a BSc in Accounting from the University of Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria, and is pursuing certification from ICAN.
Deacon Abiodun married Elizabeth Morounfayo on May 9th, 2015, and they are blessed with three beautiful children. He easily connects with people and finds it simple to make new friends. His hobbies include watching football and select movies, cooking, and enjoying productive conversations.
“Those who have served well gain an excellent standing and great assurance in their faith in Christ Jesus.”
1 Timothy 3:13