Full Biography of Pastor Mildred Kingsley-Okonkwo, Husband, Ministry & Career

Biography of Pastor Mildred Kingsley-Okonkwo
Biography of Pastor Mildred Kingsley-Okonkwo

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Pastor Mildred Isioma Kingsley-Okonkwo (née Chijide) is a respected Nigerian pastor, speaker, mentor, and advocate for women, marriage, and family life. She serves as the Co-Pastor of David Christian Centre (DCC) alongside her husband, Pastor Kingsley Okonkwo. Over the years, she has earned the admiration of many through her compassionate leadership, practical teachings, and unwavering commitment to helping people grow spiritually and emotionally.

She was born on 26 September to the family of Mr. Michael and Mrs. Patricia Chijide as the fifth of six children. Her early years helped shape the values of faith, discipline, and service that continue to define her life and ministry today. From a young age, she developed a heart for people and a desire to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others.

At David Christian Centre, Pastor Mildred plays an active role in teaching, mentoring, and providing pastoral care. Members of the church affectionately call her “Mama” because of her warm personality, approachable nature, and genuine concern for people. She has a special passion for empowering young women and helping them discover their identity, purpose, and value in Christ.

She expresses this passion through conferences, mentorship programmes, workshops, and other initiatives designed to equip women for successful Christian living. Her teachings encourage women to build healthy relationships, strengthen their faith, and pursue personal growth with confidence and wisdom. Through these efforts, she has become a trusted voice to many women within the church and beyond.

Together with her husband, Pastor Kingsley Okonkwo, she continues to lead a thriving ministry that emphasizes strong families, healthy relationships, and spiritual maturity. Her life and ministry inspire many people to pursue a closer walk with God while living with purpose, integrity, and compassion.

Early Life

According to her, her mother was a teacher and her father was a banker in Lagos. Their children thus have very involved and active grandparents. Pastor Mildred Kingsley-Okonkwo also revealed that her parents were very particular about getting the best quality of education as her nursery and primary education was at Corona School Apapa. She then proceeded to Command Secondary School Ipaja Lagos for her secondary education and later attended the Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) Ile-Ife and University of Lagos (Unilag) for a first degree in English Arts. She also took a second degree in International Law and Diplomacy (MILD at the Obafemi Awolowo University. After that, she worked in the media (television production) and also worked a bit in customer service until she eventually settled into full time ministry with Pastor Kingsley Okonkwo.
Pastor Mildred Kingsley-Okonkwo is also the convener of the Just Us Girls Conference, which is an annual gathering that unites thousands of women worldwide for a transformational experience, featuring inspiring messages, powerful discussions, uplifting worship, and deep fellowship.
The Just Us Girls Conference is hosted by the Just Us Girls Network and since Pastor Mildred founded the organization in 2008, the Just Us Girls Global Network (JUGGN) has expanded to 50+ countries with 15,000+ tribe members, impacting hundreds of thousands through ministries, conferences, and NGO partnerships.    The conference creates a space for women to grow, connect, and experience God’s love. Held in Nigeria, Kenya, and the UK, each year brings dynamic speakers, thought-provoking sessions, and life-changing moments, all centered around a God-inspired theme.

Books by Pastor Mildred Okonkwo

Anointed and Inspired by God, Pastor Mildred Okonkwo has authored the following books to the glory of shod and for the edification of the body of Christ
  • Amen at Christmas ( A Children’sBook)
Pastor Mildred Okonkwo is active on social media. You can connect with her via her official handles on FacebookInstagram, TikTok and X
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