- A video showing the moment reality star, Tobi Bakre lifted Pastor Jimmy Odukoya on pulpit is making rounds online.
- Reactions are mixed: some found it endearing, while others questioned its appropriateness in a religious setting.
A recent video of Nollywood star Tobi Bakre and Pastor Jimmy Odukoya has gone viral, sparking a wide range of reactions online.
In the clip, Tobi made a surprise visit to Pastor Jimmy’s Fountain of Life Church in Ilupeju, Lagos, catching the congregation and the clergyman off guard.
Pastor Jimmy, who is not only a preacher but also a former actor and the son of the late Pastor Taiwo Odukoya, warmly acknowledged Tobi’s presence during the service. In a light-hearted moment, he invited the actor to the altar. However, What followed surprised many.
After being invited to the altar, Tobi playfully lifted Pastor Jimmy off the ground in front of the congregation, which left the pastor and congregation in awe.
This unexpected gesture immediately triggered mixed reactions on social media. Some viewers found the moment endearing and amusing, praising the casual display of friendship between the two men. Others, however, felt that the playful act might have crossed a line, questioning whether such behavior was appropriate in a religious setting where reverence is often expected.
Pastor Jimmy himself seemed to take the moment in stride, captioning the video with humour:
““@tobibakre oh 😂😂 My prayer for everyone is that God will carry you like this month in Jesus name ! 😂.”
Watch the video below:
Reacting to the video, @Homiebishop wrote: “Why will he lift a man of God like that it’s disrespectful.”
@Olatu125 wrote: “Any friend of mine that I won’t be able to lift like this and do stuff we used to do before he attained any status of note isn’t my friend. End of.”
@Adorable_Rahmat wrote: “Awwwww, such an awesome moment.”
@funny_aquila wrote: “Abi Pastor Jimmy na Gayÿy too? 🙄”
@tokinigeorge wrote: “Sometimes friends who know when your friend is operating in an official capacity and accord them the respect due. Imagine if Jimmy was president and Tobi just jack him like that in a public gathering just to prove what?”