How Can A Pastor Be Earning N20,000 Monthly. No Way, Pay Them The Minimum Government Wages -Abioye

According to a recent video by Bishop David Abioye’s YouTube Channel on Sunday, July 12, 2026, Bishop David Abioye has firmly rejected the proposition that missionaries and pastors should earn as little as N20,000 monthly, insisting that church workers deserve at least the national minimum wage.

The Presiding Bishop of Conquerors Global Assembly made this known during a recent address, emphasizing that those who serve in the vineyard must be treated with dignity and fairness.

His stance comes amid growing concerns about the welfare of church workers, with some resident pastors reportedly earning less than N20,000 monthly . Bishop Abioye, a former Vice President of Living Faith Church Worldwide who retired and later established his own ministry , has consistently advocated for the welfare of citizens and church workers alike.

The national minimum wage currently stands at N70,000, though the federal government has signaled plans to review this benchmark amid economic pressures . Bishop Abioye’s position aligns with his longstanding call for responsible leadership that prioritizes the well-being of all workers, whether in secular or religious institutions.

His Words: “ How can I missionary be earning N20,000 or N30,000 in a month. I said no, pay them the minimum government wages…....