Prominent Nigerian preacher Pastor Jerry Eze, founder of Streams of Joy International and convener of the New Season Prophetic Prayers and Declarations (NSPPD) online programme, has found himself in the spotlight after reports about his alleged YouTube earnings surfaced online.
Eze’s daily prayer sessions attract millions of viewers globally, with YouTube analytics ranking his channel among the most-watched religious platforms in Africa. Recent estimates circulating on social media suggest that his channel could be generating tens of thousands of dollars monthly from advertisements and subscriptions.
Though the figures remain unverified, the reports have raised questions about the financial side of digital ministries in Nigeria. Supporters of Eze argue that his success highlights the global reach of Nigerian spirituality, while critics say it underscores the commercialization of religion.
Eze has not issued a statement on the matter, but his church has dismissed the claims as distractions. Nonetheless, the discussion continues to trend, reflecting growing public interest in how online influence translates into financial power for religious leaders.
