I never thought that their could be anything like top-earning Nigerian pastors on YouTube. It has just been content creators, musicians, and Artists.
In today’s digital age, Nigerian pastors are embracing the power of the internet to spread the gospel far beyond the traditional church setting. Through platforms like YouTube, they are not only reaching a global audience but also generating substantial income.
As a result, the dependence on church offerings has diminished, with online platforms becoming significant revenue sources.
This blog post, accurate as of August 20th, explores the top-earning Nigerian pastors on YouTube, with statistics sourced from Playboard.co.
1. Pastor Jerry Eze
Pastor Jerry Eze, founder of Streams of Joy International, rose to prominence during the COVID-19 pandemic with his online prayer platform, NSPPD.
Known for his powerful prayers and the catch phrase “What God Cannot Do, Does Not Exist,” his channel has become a global sensation, attracting millions of viewers and generating significant revenue.
- Total Earnings: ₦7.81 billion
- Subscribers: 2.1 million
- Daily Views: 418,000
- Total Views: 274 million
- Channel Name: Pastor Jerry Eze
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2. Pastor Paul Enenche
As the founder of Dunamis International Gospel Centre, Pastor Paul Enenche has successfully utilized YouTube to share his powerful sermons and healing services. His channel, Dunamis TV, continues to reach a vast audience, providing spiritual guidance and support to viewers worldwide. With their special Program, Commanding the Day, the church could see almost 30,000 persons on a Live session daly.
- Total Earnings: ₦190.82 million
- Subscribers: 643,000
- Daily Views: Not specified
- Total Views: 116.48 million
- Channel Name: Dunamis TV
3. Apostle Johnson Suleman
Apostle Johnson Suleman, General Overseer of Omega Fire Ministries, has effectively leveraged YouTube through his channel Celebration TV since August 2013 to win Souls for the kingdom. With engaging content and a large subscriber base, he continues to spread his teachings to a global audience while generating substantial income.
- Total Earnings: ₦415.53 million
- Subscribers: 1.05 million
- Daily Views: Not specified
- Total Views: 173.33 million
- Channel Name: Celebration TV
4. Rev. Sam Oye
Rev. Sam Oye, founder of The Transforming Church, has capitalized on digital platforms to extend his ministry’s reach. Joined Sep 21, 2015, his YouTube channel is a hub for spiritual guidance and prayer, attracting a dedicated following and generating significant revenue.
- Total Earnings: ₦223.46 million
- Subscribers: 200,000
- Daily Views: Not specified
- Total Views: 30.18 million
- Channel Name: Rev Sam Oye
5. Pastor Kingsley Okonkwo
Pastor Kingsley Okonkwo, leader of the David Christian Centre, is renowned for his teachings on relationships and marriages. His engaging and relatable content has earned him a significant following on YouTube, where he continues to inspire and guide many.
- Total Earnings: ₦15 million
- Subscribers: 428,000
- Daily Views: Not specified
- Total Views: 22.1 million
- Channel Name: Kingsley Okonkwo
6. Paul S Joshua
Paul S Joshua, founder of The Refiner’s House Ministries, focuses on prophetic teachings and Christian guidance. His YouTube channel, though smaller in subscriber count, has attracted a global audience, contributing to his digital ministry’s financial success.
- Total Earnings: ₦255.82 million
- Subscribers: 29,200
- Daily Views: Not specified
- Total Views: 6.55 million
- Channel Name: Paul S Joshua
7. ACNN TV (Church of Nigeria, Anglican Communion)
The Advent Cable Network Nigeria (ACNN TV) is the media arm of the Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion). Broadcasting a wide range of religious content, the channel has steadily grown its online presence, reaching a diverse audience across the globe.
- Total Earnings: ₦107,319
- Subscribers: 30,800
- Daily Views: Not specified
- Total Views: 5.38 million
- Channel Name: ACNN TV
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8. Harvesters TV
Harvesters TV, part of the Harvesters International Christian Centre, is led by Pastor Bolaji Idowu. The channel is dedicated to spreading sermons and teachings, which have gained a substantial online following and contributed to the ministry’s income.
- Total Earnings: ₦8.29 million
- Subscribers: 333,000
- Daily Views: Not specified
- Total Views: 33.99 million
- Channel Name: Harvesters TV
Bonus: Top-Earning channels
Other top-earning channels include Reubby TV Official, Catholic Reflection Family, Apostle Orokpo Michael, Apostle Edu Udechukwu, Gboah TV, Winners chapel Internationa, RCCG, and Fada Ebube Muonso.
Playboard provides real-time updates on its earnings, and the total and daily earnings reported reflect the status when this newspaper conducted its check; these figures may have fluctuated since then.
FAQs
Who is the highest-earning Nigerian pastor on YouTube?
Pastor Jerry Eze is currently the highest-earning Nigerian pastor on YouTube, with total earnings exceeding ₦7.81 billion.
How do pastors earn money on YouTube?
Pastors earn money on YouTube through ad revenue, super chats during live streams, channel memberships, and other monetization features provided by the platform.
Are these earnings from YouTube accurate?
The earnings mentioned in this post are based on data from Playboard.co and are accurate as of August 20, 2024. The figures are subject to change as they are updated regularly.
Conclusion
The digital age has revolutionized how pastors and churches reach their congregations, with YouTube emerging as a powerful tool for spreading the gospel.
These pastors have not only used the platform to engage with their audience but have also turned it into a significant source of income.
As the online ministry continues to evolve, these leaders are at the forefront, using technology to further their mission and impact lives globally.
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