The Founder and General Overseer of All Christians Fellowship Mission (ACFM), Rev. Dr. William Uzochukwu Okoye, has passed away.
His death was announced in a statement signed by Rev. Godwin Tsee on behalf of the mission’s Board of Trustees and National Executive Council.
The cleric died on Wednesday, July 15, 2026.
The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) described his death as a great loss to both the Church and the nation.
In a statement issued on Thursday, CAN President, Archbishop Daniel Okoh, expressed condolences to the late cleric’s family and paid tribute to his years of service to the Christian faith, national development and Church unity.
Okoh sympathised with the deceased’s wife, Rev. Mrs Toyin Okoye, his children, the leadership and members of All Christians Fellowship Mission, the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria and the entire Christian community.
He prayed for strength and comfort for everyone mourning the late cleric.
He said, “We pray that the Lord will comfort his family, the All Christians Fellowship Mission, and all who are grieving at this difficult time. May God grant them the strength to bear this loss and uphold them with His unfailing grace.”
The CAN president described Rev. Okoye as a dedicated servant of God who devoted his life to preaching the Gospel, mentoring leaders and promoting unity among Christians in Nigeria.
According to him, the late cleric contributed greatly to the growth of the Church through his pastoral work and leadership in various Christian organisations.
Okoh recalled that Rev. Okoye served as Chairman of CAN in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) and also led the FCT chapter of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria.
He later became CAN’s National Director on National Issues and Social Welfare, where he actively promoted the interests of the Christian community.
Beyond his Church responsibilities, the late cleric also served on several national assignments.
According to CAN, he was a member of the Presidential Advisory Council on Youth Affairs, participated in the National Political Reform Conference and served on the Nigerian Christian Pilgrims Commission.
Rev. Okoye also served as chaplain to two Nigerian presidents and headed the Aso Rock Villa Chapel, where he provided spiritual guidance at the highest level of government.
Reflecting on his relationship with the late cleric, Okoh described him as a humble and dependable leader.
He said, “I remember Rev. Okoye as a humble servant of God who carried every responsibility entrusted to him with wisdom, grace, and unwavering dedication. He was deeply committed to the unity of the Church and was always willing to lend his voice and experience whenever called upon.
“His counsel, calm disposition, and passion for advancing God’s Kingdom will be greatly missed.”
Okoh added that Rev. Okoye’s legacy of service, humility and dedication to the growth of Christianity would continue to inspire future generations.
He also prayed for God to grant the late cleric eternal rest and comfort everyone affected by his passing.
