Pastor David Ibiyeomie has urged church members to pay their tithes and give quality offerings while revealing his personal giving habits.
The pastor said his minimum Sunday offering is $12,000, while his weekday offering exceeds $2,000.
His remarks have sparked criticism on social media, with Nigerians questioning church finances, the purpose of offerings and the pressure on members.
Pastor David Ibiyeomie has revealed that his minimum Sunday offering is $12,000 and his weekday offering is more than $2,000. The Nigerian cleric made the disclosure while advising his church members to pay their tithes and give generously, prompting reactions from social media users.
What Pastor David Ibiyeomie Said About Tithes and Offerings
Ibiyeomie encouraged his congregation to take their financial contributions seriously, linking the payment of tithes to avoiding difficulties in life.
He also shared details about his personal offering routine, saying the amount he gives on Sundays exceeds what he spends on himself in an entire week.
The pastor reportedly stated that his minimum Sunday offering is $12,000, while his weekday contribution is more than $2,000. He added that travelling does not stop him from ensuring his offering is given.
In his message to members, he said:
“You have to pay the correct tithe if you don’t want your life to be tight. After paying your tithe, give quality offerings.”
His comments have drawn attention to the difference between the amount he says he contributes and the financial expectations church members may face.
Nigerians Question the Pastor’s Offering Disclosure
The statement has generated critical reactions, with some commenters questioning who receives the money and whether ordinary worshippers can afford similar contributions.
One commenter, Sage, argued that comparing a pastor’s offering with those of church members could encourage concerns about materialism in religious institutions.
Read also: “Job Never Paid Tithe, That’s Why Satan Death With Him”: Oyedepo’s Son Declares
Another user, Mum Royale, calculated that $12,000 every Sunday would amount to approximately $624,000 over 52 weeks, based on the stated minimum amount alone. The commenter then questioned whether members who consistently pay tithes, first fruits and offerings could afford to give $1,000 every Sunday.
Other reactions focused on the purpose of the contributions and the financial burden on worshippers.
Mixed Reactions Trail Ibiyeomie ‘s Remarks
Here are some of the comments Nigerians shared in response to the pastor’s remarks:
@… wrote: “Who is he paying the tithe and offering to? To himself?
@PhilipAkpamgbo wrote: “Etheism is increasing cuz of the lust of the body of Christ for material things.
You’re comparing your offering with that of your members, an offering you give to yourself, and offering you still collect back, and offering you make off your poor members.”
@iambdollar wrote: “Where are those saints, who usually comment that we don’t understand the things of the spirit?”
@Goalnaija1 wrote: “Who are the people attending this man’s church and listening to this gibberish?”
@enugudeclu35061 wrote: “Ibiyeomie na pulpit bandit. He has perfected a special avenue to collect money from his gullible Church memebers.”
@Theosophia… wrote: “Wow. That is about 840 million in a year if you calculate Sunday offering alone. Hallelujah!
“Now ask his members who have been paying first fruit, tithe and offering consistently in the last 10 years whether they give $1000 every Sunday.”
Watch the full video here:
“My Minimum Sunday Offering Is $12,000” — Pastor David Ibiyeomie Speaks
“You have to pay the correct tithe if you don’t want your life to be tight. After paying your tithe, give quality offerings.”
Pastor David Ibiyeomie advised his church members to pay their tithes and give quality offerings. He also spoke about his personal giving, saying that the offering he gives on Sundays is more than what he spends on himself in a week.
According to him, his minimum Sunday offering is $12,000, while his minimum offering on weekdays is over $2,000. He added that even when he travels, he makes sure his offering is still given.
— Adegbola John (@AdegbolaJohn3) October 25, 2026
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