By Seyi Babalola
Dr. Paul Enenche, Senior Pastor of Dunamis International Gospel Centre, has stated why he rejected a N30 million donation from Kebbi State Governor Nasir Idris during a recent crusade in the state.
The cleric, speaking at a Sunday sermon at the Dunamis headquarters in Abuja, explained that the decision was founded on a long-held principle of avoiding government financing or interference in his ministry.
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Enenche clarified that his action was not a personal slight against Governor Idris, but rather a consistent standard he has upheld for over two decades.
“For some people, that may be a surprise because they don’t know who we are. But those who know us, that’s no surprise at all. That’s how we’ve lived, and that’s what we’ve stood for,” he said.
He recounted multiple instances to back his stance, including turning down honorariums after delivering sermons during national assignments.
Enenche also disclosed that former President Jonathan attended his church on more than one occasion during his tenure, yet no financial exchanges occurred between them. Referring to the church’s headquarters building, he emphasized, “Government funds are not in this project, not one naira.”
He recounted similar experiences with former Benue State Governor, Samuel Ortom, and a childhood friend who later became a minister and offered to donate a vehicle, which he also rejected.
Enenche said his refusal to accept money or gifts suspected to come from public funds is rooted in his desire to remain free to speak truth to power without compromise.
“I don’t want to touch any dime of government money,” he said, adding that accepting such gifts could hinder his prophetic responsibility.
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