Bishop David Oyedepo, the influential founder of Living Faith Church Worldwide, recently addressed the public regarding his financial standing and ownership of four private jets, firmly asserting that no church funds were used in their acquisition.
In his remarks, Oyedepo shed light on the topic of wealth acquisition, emphasizing that individuals can achieve financial prosperity through legitimate means without succumbing to unethical methods.
Reflecting on his personal journey, the prominent cleric revealed that while it took him a while to purchase his first brand-new car, his aerial endeavors commenced much sooner.
Oyedepo explains how he acquired his planes
Commenting on his substantial assets, Bishop Oyedepo remarked, “It took me time to drive the first new car, but it didn’t take me time to start flying.”
Further clarifying his stance, he added, “I’ve never taken a dime from this church to buy any of my planes, and I have 4 planes. I use anyone I like if one is faulty.”
Oyedepo also urged people to pursue legitimate means of building wealth, warning against relying on activities he described as destructive shortcuts.
Bishop Oyedepo speaks on wealth creation
The Living Faith Church founder further cautioned his audience against drug-related activities and betting as supposed routes to financial success.
He said, “You don’t have to do drugs or NaijaBet. Wealth gotten by vanity shall diminish.”
His comments have drawn attention because of his disclosure about owning four planes and his explanation that church funds were not used to purchase them.
The remarks have also renewed discussions about wealth, entrepreneurship and the sources of income of prominent Nigerian religious figures.
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“It took me time to drive the first new car, but it didn’t take me time to start flying. I’ve never taken a dime from this church to buy any of my planes, and I have 4 planes. I use anyone I like if one is faulty. You don’t have to do drugs or NaijaBet. Wealth gotten by vanity… pic.twitter.com/EINbaWVatQ
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