In a time when many Nigerian churches are known for placing heavy financial demands on their members, Prophet Chukwuemeka Ohanemere, popularly called Odumeje, has taken a completely different route — and it’s raising eyebrows. Eyes Of Lagos reports,

During a recent church service in Anambra, the energetic and controversial preacher boldly declared that he doesn’t collect tithes, not because he doesn’t know it’s biblical, but because that’s not what his mission is about.

“Look at a young, fresh man like me. I’ll come here and be deceiving people? I no dey do church for money. Nobody pays me tithe,” Odumeje said to his congregation.

“I am doing this to prove to you that Christ is real. That is my mission. When I’m done, I’ll leave just like Prophet TB Joshua left,” he added.

A Church Without Tithes? Nigerians React

In a country where the tithe basket is often treated like an altar, Odumeje’s words hit like a jolt of cold water. While some see him as a refreshing breeze in the midst of monetized religion, others are asking hard questions.

Here’s what people had to say online:

• @Godswill-aki: “Protect this man at all cost. He’s preaching real gospel.”

• @Obiageli: “It’s interesting. But tithing is biblical. So how does he keep the church running?”

• @Ambrose Mark: “God will continue to protect you, sir.”

Whether you love him or not, Odumeje doesn’t operate like the average Nigerian pastor. From his signature slang and unfiltered sermons to wild deliverance styles, the “Indaboski Bahose” has made it clear — he’s not here to fit in.

So How Does He Fund the Church?

That’s still a mystery.

Some speculate that he uses his personal funds, while others suggest sponsorship from loyal followers or external donors. Despite the questions, Odumeje seems unbothered — focused on his spiritual assignment rather than public approval.

Eyes of Lagos Final Take

In a system where churches often look like businesses, Odumeje’s no-tithe policy comes off as both shocking and refreshing. Whether you believe in his message or not, one thing is sure — he’s not just playing by the book. He’s rewriting it.

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