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Friday, September 25, 2026

EFCC Warns Religious Leaders Against Diverting Tithes and Offerings

Economic and Financial crimes commission (EFCC) Chairman Ola Olukoyede has warned pastors, imams and other religious leaders that diverting tithes, offerings or zakat into personal businesses is a criminal offence.


Olikoyede who was at the 2026 NIREC Council Meeting in Abuja, said religious leaders are free to run legitimate businesses, but must never mix organisational funds with personal money, because followers notice when leaders misuse faith resources.
He urged churches and mosques to set up proper financial systems that clearly separate personal finances from organisational funds.He noted that religious institutions carry a special responsibility to shape character and promote honesty.

Olukoyede also cautioned against celebrating unexplained wealth in places of worship, and warned that accepting huge donations or dedicating buildings without asking questions can give cover to proceeds of crime.

4 comments:

  1. What a time to be a Nigerian

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  2. Christian tithes and offerings are for the ministers. There are also special offerings for specific purposes.

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  3. 😂😂😂😂😂😂

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  4. Too many ppl give cash gifts and cash is difficult to make accountable. In this abroad land that I live, many small businesses will remove the sales tax or give you a discount if you pay cash. It mutually benefits both the shopper and the store.

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