Richest pastors in Nigeria

Excited by the richest people in Africa list in Forbes, Nii Thompson has compiled a list of the five richest spiritual leaders in Africa: "Never mind deferring gratification. That is now the preserve of Tibetan monks, an endangered species!"

Bishop David Oyedepo

Affiliation: Living Faith World Outreach Ministry, aka Winners Chapel

Estimated net worth: $150 million

Chris Oyakhilome

Church: Believers' Loveworld Ministries, a.k.a Christ Embassy

Estimated net worth: $30 million – $50 million

Temitope Joshua

Church: Synagogue Church Of All Nations (SCOAN)

Estimated net worth: $10 million – $15 million

Matthew Ashimolowo

Kingsway International Christian Centre (KICC)

Estimated net worth: $6 million – $10 million

Chris Okotie

Church: Household of God Church

Net worth: $3 million -$10 million

Forbes: The Five Richest Pastors In Nigeria