Rosemary Bimbo Odukoya (née Williams) (September 12, 1960 - December 10, 2005) was a Nigerian pastor and televangelist who was married to the founder of the Fountain of Life Church, Taiwo Odukoya. Pastor Bimbo Odukoya was a receiver of over 60 national and international awards for her outstanding contributions to nation building, the development of her country, Nigeria, and the West Africa sub region, and for exemplary leadership as a woman of high moral standards and a role model to many. A prolific writer, popular televangelist, highly sought conference speaker, youth mentor and marriage counsellor, she was one of the three representatives chosen by Samsung (official sponsors of the 2004 Olympic games) to represent Nigeria in carrying the Olympic Torch in Athens, Greece at the 2004 Olympic games.

Rosemary studied History and Archaeology at the University of Ibadan where she graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree. Pastor Bimbo married the founding pastor of the Fountain of Life Church, Pastor Taiwo Odukoya, and they had three children.

She began her career at the National Theatre in Lagos, Nigeria and soon afterward resigned to minister full-time. From 1987 to 1999, she served as the head of the counselling department at the Household of God Church under the direction of pastor Chris Okotie.

At the time of her death, she was the associate senior pastor of The Fountain of Life Church and the President of Discovery for Women, a ministry that motivates and challenges women to discover their purpose in life and maximize their God-given potential.

She was the host of Single and Married, a television program broadcast locally and internationally that deals with practical issues people face in marriages and relationships generally guided with biblical principles. She was a well-known conference speaker within Nigeria and in some instances on the international level.

Rosemary Bimbo Odukoya died in the crash of Sosoliso Airlines Flight 1145.

The many international and national awards received by Pastor Bimbo Odukoya during her lifetime include:

- The Midas Touch Award 1995.

- Christian Missionary Fund Award in recognition of her service in the ministry.

- Ivory Tower Patron for life Award, 1998

- TREM (The Redeemed Evangelical Mission) Award 1998 in recognition of her faithfulness, and commitment, dedication and continuation in the ministry.

- The Nigerian Woman of the Year Award in the category of Role Model and Inspiration.

- The Woman Of Distinction Award 1999 presented by The Women of Courage (Christ Church)in recognition of her immense contribution to the upliftment of women in the society.

- The Nigerian Women Award 2000 presented in recognition of her contributions to the Nigerian society.

- The Outstanding Young Persons Of Nigeria Award 2000 presented by the Junior Chambers International, in recognition of her exemplary Moral and Environmental Leadership.

- Merit Award for Women in Ministry 2000 presented by Ladies Christian Fellowship International in acknowledgment of her fruitful stewardship in the Lord’s vineyard and contribution to Kingdom development.

- Merit Award presented to Pastor Bimbo Odukoya (Single & Married) by NTA 2 Channel 5 as the Best Independent producer in the year 2001.

- The Distinguished West African Leadership Gold Award 2001 in recognition of her distinguished leadership role in Nigeria

- The Woman of Merit Gold Award 2001 presented by People, State and Resources Magazine,

- The Female Achiever Award in the Religion sector 2001 presented by The City People Group.

- Distinguished Alumni Award 2001 presented by The Department of Archaeology and Anthropology, University of Ibadan for her outstanding achievement in religion.

- The Christian Support Award in honour of her Contributions to the Christian ministry, 2002.

- The University of Ibadan Christian Students Award 2002 presented in appreciation of her enormous impact on their lives.

- Leadership Award 2002 presented by the Archaeology and Anthropology Students Association of the University of Ibadan in recognition of her distinguished leadership role in Nigeria.

- The Amazon Award 2002 presented in recognition of her outstanding contributions to nation building and outstanding achievements.

- ‘Deborah’ Leadership Award, 2002 presented by the Singles Fellowship of The Fountain of Life Church in recognition of her motherly love, mentorship and encouragement to singles all over the world.

- The Revolution Award 2002 for Compassion and Commitment

- West African Distinguished Leadership Award 2002 presented by Intra-continental media networksin recognition of her immeasurable contributions to the economic development of her country, Nigeria and the West African sub-region.

- The Emotan Award 2002 presented by African Independent Television (AIT) in celebration of feminine virtues.

- Good Ambassador Of Family Award 2003 presented by Family Life Organisation in recognition of Single and Married programme, which is helping to restore family values.

- Great Africa Merit Award 2003 presented by Complete Success magazine in recognition of her contribution to the development of Nigeria.

- Pastor. Kwame Nkrumah Outstanding Merit Award 2003 presented by West African International magazine in recognition of her contributions and achievements in her field of endeavour.

- Prime International Achievers Gold Award 2003 for distinguished private individuals and Chief Executives of Corporate organizations presented by Prime International Communications Ltd.

- Amazons Outstanding Achievement Award 2003 in recognition of her exemplary contributions to nation building in Christian Ministry and marital relationships and for being an agent of change.

- Paragon of Sexual Purity Award 2003 presented by Paragons of Virtue International.

- African Best Woman Patriotic Leadership Gold Award 2003 presented by African Gold International Communications in recognition of her humanitarian and pastoral activities and immeasurable contribution to the economic and social development of her country Nigeria and the African vision.

- African Role Model Leadership Gold Award For Excellence 2003 presented by Africa International News magazine in recognition of her selfless service to humanity through her enviable leadership style in Africa.

- Award of Honour 2003 by the Youth Forum Ministries of All Souls Church Bodija, Ibadan in recognition of positive impact on the lives of youths in this generation.

- Role Model Gold Award 2004 presented by Today’s People International in recognition of her sterling achievement in her chosen career and immense contribution to the socio-economic development of her motherland.

- Association Of Missionary Evangelists Of Nations Award 2004 for her outstanding achievements in Ministry

- FMFI South African Award 2004 for youth empowerment

- West African Patriotic Award 2004 in recognition of her sheer leadership role, selfless service to humanity and her immense contribution to Nigeria, West Africa sub-region and African Continent.

- The Most Visible Home Builder Award 2004 presented in due recognition of her outstanding effort and contribution to the development of marital counseling by the Department Of Guidance and Counseling, University Of Ibadan.

- Fellow of the Command Award 2004 (FCFN.Hons) by Chaplain Fellowship of Nigeria incorporated in recognition of her outstanding contribution to humanity and in expectation of her continued benevolence.

- Role Model Award 2004 presented by Women of dignity.

- Distinguished leadership In National Development Gold Award 2004 presented by Corporate & Media Africa Communicationsin recognition of her contribution to the Socio-Economic development of Nigeria.

- Society Role Model and Achievers Gold Award 2004 presented by African Women Development Centrefor her outstanding accomplishments, achievement, performance, good governance and community development

- Full Gospel Business Men’s Fellowship International (Ladies of the Fellowship, Abuja) Award 2004 in recognition of her contribution towards the growth of the fellowship.

- Excellent Leadership Award 2004 presented by The Chartered Institute Of Corporate Management in recognition of her managerial capability leadership style, quality and contributions to socio-economical development and growth in the country.

- Achievers Award for Youth Motivator Of The Year 2004 presented by the Youth Fellowship of First Baptist Church, Festac Town.

- Gold Award for West African patriotic leadership in business/politics 2004 by Global Vision Communications in recognition of her immeasurable contribution to stability, social, economic and political development of Nigeria and West Africa.

- Patriotic Achiever’s Award 2004 by Franolly Incorporated in recognition of her consistent loyalty and patriotism to our great country Nigeria.

- FAME Pastoral Honour 2004 presented in recognition of her contributions to evangelism.

- Dayspring Excellence/Vision Award 2005 as a distinguished motivator and role model presented by Dayspring Ministries.

- Ogun State Female Achievers “Pillar of Hope 2004” Award presented by Fame weekly magazine.

- Gold Award 2004 by the council of Fellows Institute of Business Administration and Management Science in recognition of her highly and excellently effective professional managerial capabilities and executive charisma in the administration and management of corporate resources.

- African Hero Award 2005 in recognition of her humanitarian activities and immeasurable contribution to the economical and social development of her country, Nigeria, other African countries and winning souls for God.

- Women Achievers Award 2005 presented by the Christian Association of Nigeria (Lagos State Chapter).

- Greensprings School Lagos Award presented to Pastor Bimbo Odukoya in recognition of her outstanding support to the Greensprings School Community by The Parents-Teachers Association 2005.

- Meritorious Diamond Award for National Development 2005 presented by Corporate and Media Africa Communications in recognition of her contributions to the socio-economic development of Nigeria through her field of endeavour.

- Award of Excellent Corporate Directorship 2005 presented by the Certified Directors Institute in recognition of her outstanding performance in management and administration.

- Expert in Youth Development Award 2005 presented by the International Biographical College (a subsidiary of Levites Christian University).

- Honorary Diplomat of AGGSODEV in Africa 2005 presented by the Agency for Good Governance & Social Development.

- African Virtuous and Entrepreneurial Women Merit Award 2005 presented by African Biographical Network in recognition of her achievements and contribution to nation building, leadership development and selfless service to humanity in Africa and the world.

- Brigadier General Award 2005 presented by The Chaplains Fellowship of Nigeria Inc.

Post humours awards received by Pastor Bimbo Odukoya include:

- Fame Achievers Post Humours Award presented by Fame weekly magazine for the sustenance of marriage in the Nigerian society.

- Post Humours Award presented by Colostrum International, NGO on a breastfeeding project, in recognition of the passion that shaped her vision to model the universal family as a unit of nations.

- Woman of the year 2005 Post Humours Award presented by the Christian organisation for Renewal and Development in recognition of her foremost youth renewal counseling and as a role model for excellence in public life in Nigeria.

- Post Humours Award for Excellence presented by Treasure Vault Integrated Services Nigeria Ltd in recognition and appreciation of her commitment to the inculcation of godly virtues in youths and the social development of the family institution through the Single & Married programme.

- Purple Lifetime Heroine Award presented by the Purple Ball Award.

• How to Choose a Life Partner, by Bimbo Odukoya, Xulon Press (October 15, 2005)
• Living Free, How to Handle Rejection by Bimbo Odukoya, Grace Spings Publishers, Inc., 2006
• Living Free, Overcoming Masturbation by Bimbo Odukoya, Grace Springs Publishers, Inc., 2006
• The Single Life, Real People, Real Issues, Wise Counsel by Bimbo Odukoya, Grace Springs Publishers, Inc., 2006

• A Profile of Pastor Bimbo
• The Fountain of Life Church Website
• Pastor Bimbo Odukoya Foundation Website
• Bimbo's books