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Faith, Fame And Fortune: The Unstoppable Rise Of Pastor Jerry Eze
In a remarkable feat, Pastor Jerry Eze, founder of Streams of Joy International Church, has been ranked as Nigeria’s highest-earning YouTube creator, according to analytics website Playboard’s ‘Super Chat Revenue’ data. With an impressive N7 billion in all-time earnings from 2014-2024, Pastor Eze’s YouTube prayer channel has become one of the mostwatched preaching channels on the platform. Launched in November 2019, Pastor Eze’s YouTube channel was initially intended for individuals seeking prayer in Nigeria and worldwide. However, with the help of his wife, Eno Eze, and other associates, the channel quickly gained popularity, especially during the Covid-19 pandemic.
With over 2.12 million subscribers and over one million views daily, Pastor Eze’s channel has surpassed other notable Nigerian pastors, including Apostle Johnson Suleman’s CelebrationTV, Paul S Joshua’s The Refiner’s House ministries, and Rev Sam Oye’s The Transforming Church.
According to Playboard’s data, Pastor Eze’s channel earns approximately N54 million weekly and N7 million daily. He has consistently topped the charts, leading the all-time, yearly, and monthly rankings. With over 16 branches across Nigeria, the United Kingdom, South Africa, Canada, and the United States, Pastor Eze’s ministry has expanded significantly since its inception in 2013. His slogan, “What God Cannot Do, Does Not Exist,” has resonated with millions worldwide. Pastor Eze’s success on YouTube has paved the way for a new era of ministry, showcasing the power of digital platforms in spreading the gospel. As Nigeria’s highest-earning YouTube creator, Pastor Eze continues to inspire and influence millions through his channel.
On behalf of Diaspora Watch and Excel Magazine International, we proudly celebrate Lady Gladys Afam, a distinguished executive of Excel DMV and Excel Global Media Group USA, on her special day!
May this birthday mark the beginning of an extraordinary year filled with unbridled joy, untamed adventures, and unforgettable memories. May your life be a testament to the power of laughter, love, and wonder.
As a remarkable teacher, master of ceremony, and inspiration to many, we salute your tireless dedication, passion, and impact. Your selflessness and commitment to empowering others have made a lasting difference in the lives of those around you.
The marraige ceremony between Olanrewaju and Mary happened between February 7 and 8, 2025 at Kwankwashe in Suleja axis of Niger State. The event which witnessed the presence of many dignitaries also saw in presence different cultural groups that came to join in the celebrations of love.
The traditional wedding event kicked off the celebrations on February 7th, with both families present. The event had songs, dancing and showcase of love. The couples dorned their Edo and Yoruba at-tires. While the bride Mary Omonokhua is from Edo State, Olanrewaju Oyedeji hails from Osun state. There were sharing of tradtional food, drinks and merriment across quarters.
The reception on February 8, had present former Minister of Communications, Barrister Ade-bayo Shittu, Africa Editor at the Centre for Collaborative Investigative Journalism, Ajibola Aamzat, Abuja Bureau Chief of The Cable Newspaper, Yekeen Akinwale, representative of the Voice of Nigeria Chief Executive Officer, Gidado Shuaib among other personalities .
There were personalities from the SCC Construction company, multimedia organizations among others. The wedding ceremony also saw presence of journalists from British Broadcasting Corporation, AFP, Premium Times, Dataphyte, Code for Africa, Punch Newspaper, Intercontinental News247 among other notable media platforms.
The Northern Operations Bureau Chief of the Excel Magazine International, Alabidun Abdul-Rahman, was also on ground at the occasion. Other personalities included the head of corporate Affairs at the Neuro-Psychiatric Hospital, Kwara State, Bolaji Aladie .The program also had presence of religious leaders, women groups, socio-cultural associations among others.
Speaking at the occasion, the groom, Olanrewaju Oyedeji, noted that his wife is a special gift from God. “She is my dream come true, love of my youth and my everyday crush. She gives me peace of mind and I am very happy today”.
Speaking also, the bride Mary Omonokhua eulogized her husband. “He is a caring man, hardworking and my heart desire, today is a special day for me”, she noted. At the event, the both families who were well represented expressed gladness at the success of the wedding event.
Different groups offered prayers for the couples, while gifts were also offered. Olanrewaju Oyedeji is an accountant while Mary Omonokhua is also an accountant. “This is a true celebration of love, you can feel it all round, the joy is in the atmosphere and everywhere is electric” an attendee at the wedding noted.
#MaryOla2025 showed that love can be from across tribes and still be beautiful to behold.
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#MaryOla: A Unique Celebration of Love Beyond Borders
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