A Nigerian pastor based abroad has caused a stir online after purchasing a brand-new Tesla Cybertruck and proudly flaunting it on social media.
The video, which has since gone viral, was shared on X (formerly Twitter) and shows the pastor seated inside his luxurious electric truck while members of his church, dressed in white garments, gathered around in admiration.
In the clip, the pastor steps out of the vehicle, taking a moment to pose beside the Cybertruck. His confident display of wealth has since drawn a mix of praise and criticism from netizens.
Many people in the comment section speculated on the source of his income, with some suggesting that the car was funded by church offerings, while others defended him, arguing that living abroad provides more financial opportunities.
As reactions continued to pour in, some users pointed out that the pastor’s location makes it easier to afford such a vehicle, as installment payment plans are common in foreign countries.
The Tesla Cybertruck, a high-end electric pickup truck from Tesla Inc., is known for its futuristic design and impressive features, making it a highly sought-after luxury vehicle.
Social media users have since debated whether pastors should openly showcase their wealth, with some questioning if religious leaders should lead by example in modesty or embrace financial prosperity as a sign of blessings.
The conversation surrounding the pastor’s new car highlights the ongoing debate about wealth, religion, and financial responsibility among clergy members.
See some reactions below:
@nuggetman1_: “The real yahoo boy.”
@SeunOluwafemi8: “I’m sure this is not church money. Celestial pastors are business-oriented.”
@_Oluwanifemii: “He’s outside the country, so he definitely has a job.”
@afctiipctiipc: “He lives in the US. So it’s easy to buy and pay small small there.”
@KEl_Vi_NN: “All these things are convenient for purchase over there, unlike in Nigeria. You fit pay 10% collect am then dey pay the balance every month or weekly.”
@zzedwang: “Even Celestial pastor dey baff soap 🧼 😂 e no clear at all.”
@yung10023: “I am sure that it is the church's money that pastor used to buy that car.”
@riches_oa: “No reason am… wealthy men full Celestial Church, and so many are into politics, oil business, and fraud.”
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