The derogatory statement, ‘as poor as a church rat,’ came about when the church and its leaders weren’t known for affluence.
Today, the narrative has changed; the best can be found in the church, both in wealth and other productive skills. The world’s most influential and respected personalities are partly from the church. Not just that, you can easily screen out the richest pastors in Nigeria.
In this article, you’ll learn about the 10 richest pastors in Nigeria, their worth, assets, and income.
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Finding Out The 10 Richest Pastors In Nigeria
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Bishop David Oyedepo
Bishop Oyedepo is the lead pastor and General Overseer of Living Faith Church (Winners Chapel), founded in 1981. He is known as the richest pastor in Nigeria.
Bishop David was born on 27th September 1954 and gave his life to Christ, and was ordained pastor in 1969 and 1983, respectively.
The 67-year-old Bishop owns one of the largest churches in Nigeria, the Ark Auditorium, with a 50,000 seating space in Otta, Ogun State, Nigeria. He is known for his sermon on prosperity and godly wealth.
Assets and Income
Aside from having many branches all over Nigeria and some countries, Bishop has other sources of income.
- Bishop Oyedepo owns two universities; Landmark University and Covenant University, Kingdom Heritage Nursery and Primary school, and the Faith Academy Secondary School.
- A printing press called Dominion Publishing House, where all his books are printed. The massive sales of his book are another source of income.
- Hebron Bottled Water in Otta, Ogun State, contributes to his earnings.
Bishop Oyedepo is worth an estimated $200 million and owns a fleet of exotic cars, four private jets, and houses in Nigeria, the USA, and London.
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Pastor Christian Oyakhilome
Pastor Chris is the founder and president of LoveWorld Incorporated, established in 1987.
His ministry is noted for healing and philanthropy. The Christ Embassy, as it is generally called, has branches in over five continents, spanning over 13 million members worldwide. Pastor Christian gives back to society through the Chris Oyakhilome Foundation International.
Assets and Income
- Pastor Chris School of Ministry for ministers
- LoveWorld Television Networks
- A digital library
- A social media messaging platform called, KingsChat
- The LoveWorld Records. This record label has produced many gospel artists in Nigeria.
- The LoveWorld Music and Art Ministry
- The daily devotional, Rhapsody of Realities
He has an estimated wealth of $126 million. Pastor Chris owns two private jets, exotic cars given as gifts from his members, and several houses.
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Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye
Daddy G.O, as he is fondly called, was born in 1942, ordained a pastor in 1975, and in 1981, he became the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG).
The RCCG has branches in over 196 countries in the world. The General Overseer aims to plant a church within a five-minute walking and driving distance in all developing countries.
Assets and Income
- The Redeemer’s University was established in 2005.
- Books. He has authored so many books and devotionals
- Hosting TV programs
- Estates housing and schools located at the redemption camp
Pastor Adeboye’s wealth is estimated at $100 million. He also possesses expensive cars and houses, most of which are gifts from his congregation.
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Pastor Paul Adefasarin
Pastor Paul Adefasarin was born in January 1963 to wealthy parents. He is the founder of the House on The Rock Church.
Pastor Paul started the House on The Rock church in his mother’s living room and has since expanded all over Nigeria and some countries, with its headquarters in Lagos. The Rock Church has over 77 branches worldwide.
The Rock Foundation, an NGO founded by Pastor Paul, was established to help the needy and less privileged.
Assets and Income
- Sales of his books. Pastor Paul is an author and has written several books like, Something is About to Happen, among others.
- He hosts a TV program with an international audience
- He is the convener of the largest music concert in Nigeria, The Experience.
Pastor Paul has an estimated wealth of $50 million. He also owns exotic cars and comfortable houses.
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Pastor David Ibiyeomie
Pastor David, born in 1963, is the founder and lead pastor of the Salvation Ministries, established on 13th April 1997. The church headquarters is situated at Port Harcourt, Rivers State.
His church’s membership increased from less than 20 members at the start to over 50,000 members. The ministry has over a thousand satellite churches and home cells in Nigeria.
Assets and Income
- Sales of his books.
- A bible institute for ministers is called the Word of Life Bible Institute.
His net worth is summed at $41 million. The clergyman owns a fleet of cars and private jets. He has furnished and built schools and hospitals for the public and has also helped the less privileged.
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Pastor Paul Eneche
Pastor Paul Enenche is the founder and lead pastor of Dunamis International, founded in 1996. The church headquarters is located in Abuja, called the Glory Dome.
The 54-year-old pastor, known for the healing anointing, started as a doctor after graduating from the University of Jos, Nigeria. Pastor Paul is noted for building the largest church in Nigeria, having a 100,000 capacity.
Assets and Income
- The Destiny Publications, where all his books and that of his wife are produced and sold.
- Educational institutions; the Destiny and Destiny College, situated at the Lord’s Garden, Abuja.
- Dunamis School of Ministry for aspiring pastors and ministers.
- Books and music albums. Pastor Paul has written several books and songs which have gained worldwide view.
His wealth is said to be $25 million. He gives back to society through philanthropic acts, like constructing a road in Nasarawa State and helping the less privileged.
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Pastor Samuel Adeyemi
Pastor Sam was born in 1967. He founded the Daystar Christian Center on 18th November 1995 at the Eko Chinese Hotel, Ikeja, Lagos.
The clergyman, who is also an author and public speaker, has gained popularity among the youths in Nigeria.
Assets and Income
- Daystar Leadership Academy is aimed at training interested individuals in leadership and finance.
- A publishing firm called Pneuma Publishing
The estimated worth is $19 million. And like other pastors, he has a fleet of expensive cars and houses. Aside from this, Pastor Sam is also a philanthropist.
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Bishop Ayodele Oritsejafor
Bishop Ayodele is the founder and Senior Pastor of the Word of Life Bible Church, founded in 1987 after his encounter with God in a vision.
His church is located in Delta State, Nigeria. He served as the national president of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria from 2005 to 2010.
Assets and Income
- Investments in banking, real estate, transportation, and media.
- Sales of his books
His wealth is valued at $15 million. Bishop Ayodele has a private jet worth $3.5million, exotic cars, and princely houses.
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Apostle Johnson Suleman
Apostle Suleman is the founder and General Overseer of the Omega Fire Ministries International, situated in Auchi, Edo State, Nigeria. He founded his church in 2004.
The 51-year-old clergyman is known for his philanthropic acts in Nigeria, currently having a restaurant where food is served free to the less privileged.
Assets and Income
- Oil and gas, airline booking service, banking, and real estate investments.
He is estimated to be worth $10.5 million. This is not verified. Apostle Suleman owns three private jets, exotic cars, and houses.
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Pastor Chris Okotie
Pastor Chris, born in 1958, is the founder of the Household of God Church International Ministries in Lagos, Nigeria. He started his church in February 1987.
Pastor Chris is known for his political ambition. He contested for president of Nigeria and lost in 2003, 2007, and 2011. He also founded the FRESH party.
Assets and Income include:
- Sales of his books
- Personal businesses
His wealth is reportedly valued at $10 million.
Pastor Chris has a flair for fancy cars and luxurious items. He is also known for his act of charity to the less privileged and productive Nigerian youths.
Who Is The Richest Pastor In The World?
Recently, the economic problems encountered worldwide have affected the wealth of many entrepreneurs, including pastors.
Notwithstanding, the richest pastor in the world in 2022 is Kenneth Copeland. Kenneth Copeland, born in 1936, is the founder of the Ken Copeland Ministries based in Texas, United States.
The Ken Copeland Ministries was founded in 1967. He is known for his messages on prosperity. Kenneth Copeland owns a private jet, mansions, and luxurious cars.
His net worth is valued at $760 million. Just like other preachers, he has several books to his name.
As a last note.
The information outlined here is sourced from the internet. Hence, some have not been verified independently.
