The extravagant lifestyles of Nigerian pastors
It is saddening that most of the pastors that have been relegated with the duties of winning souls for God and inspiring people with their lifestyles are the ones living large and oppressing their members.
Many Nigerian pastors have invested heavily in the church business and are reaping bountifully from gullible Nigerians who have idolized the pastors. In the past, pastors were meant to live modest lives that would touch the hardened criminal and bring him to God.
Instead, most of the church owners preach prosperity and do everything to look the part. Churches have been rechristened to soothe the needs of the founders and administrators who dress stylishly and believe in the acquisition of material wealth.
Most of the Nigerian pastors own businesses that yield millions for them in addition to running the church. Some of them also engage in a number of philanthropic activities for reasons best known to them. The pastors’ wives too do not want to be left behind. They enjoy the luxury of life and travel all over the world while using evangelism as a cover.
If you are a Nigerian, then you would testify to tripping for a handful of them on posters and church bulletins. The church has become a profitable business venture that is far from being called a charitable organization.
Check out some of the Nigerian pastors that live lavish lifestyles and their net worth below:
1. Bishop David Oyedepo
He is the founder and General overseer of the Living Faith Worldwide; this church is known by many as ‘Winners Chapel’. Papa, as he is fondly called by members of his church, is one of the richest Nigerian pastors who is also recognized in Africa.
The church which is situated at Faith Tabernacle in Otta, Ogun state, has two universities. Covenant University is located in Otta while Landmark University is in Omu Aran, the hometown of the church owner.
Forbes magazine estimated his net worth to be US$150 million.
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2. Pastor T.B. Joshua
Pastor Temitope Balogun Joshua of the leader and founder of Synagogue Church of All Nations is a popular man in Nigeria. The clergyman is a super-rich man known for his numerous miracles and scandals.
T.B Joshua has investments in various sectors of the economy. Recently, he bought a $60 million aircraft and is the owner of the popular TV channel, Emmanuel TV.
3. Pastor Chris Oyakhilome
Pastor Chris is one of the most stylish Nigerian pastors. He is a wealthy pastor that is worth $30 million to $50 million according to Forbes report.
His church, Christ Embassy International, is widely attended by Nigerian youths. His Loveworld TV network is said to be the first Christian TV network to broadcast from Africa to the other parts of the world.
4. Pastor Chris Okotie
Compiling the list of stylish Nigerian pastors who live a rich lifestyle would be incomplete without including Pastor Okotie. The owner and founder of the household of God church in Oregun was a celebrated pop star in the 80’s.
The man of God has made his marks in spreading the word of God and in politics when he contested for the position of the presidency.
The man of God failed in his political ambition; however, he started the Fresh party and campaigned under this umbrella across the nation. His lifestyle depicts and reflects wealth with the anointed man of God not hiding his love for exotic cars.
5. Pastor Matthew Ashimolowo
The senior pastor of Kingsway International Christian Centre (KICC) in London is aslo one of the richest pastors of our society. This pastor had a head-way with his ministry when he was asked to open a branch of Foursquare Gospel Church in London.
It was reported that the man of God used the opportunity to start his own ministry and it has been a beautiful journey ever since then. Pastor Ashimolowo has reputable investments in media and publishing.
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6. Brother Joshua Iginla
The senior pastor of Champions Royal Assembly in kubwa, Abuja, is a popular man of God in that region. Although the Ekiti state born pastor was raised in Jos, he lives a humble life that is hemmed with the constant giving out of expensive gifts.
He dropped the title pastor and prophet and asked people to address him as a ‘brother’. Iginla’s church has an 80,000 capacity multimillion naira project that he started with about N250,000 is still an ongoing project. This church is attended by the low, high and mighty in the society.
Source: Legit.ng
