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Pastor David Ibiyeomie of Salvation Ministries has responded to the backlash over social media clips showing his luxury watches he owns.
During a church service, he clarified that the videos circulating do not reflect the full extent of his collection.
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$2 Million Watch Gift
Speaking to his congregation, Pastor Ibiyeomie revealed that a supporter had gifted him a watch worth $2 million.
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“Someone gave me a watch worth $2 million. I have not even worn half of my watches. The one they show on social media is just small, I have many watches. If they see all my watches, they’d just faint. I’m getting watches because I’m solving problems,” he said.
Gifts, Not Purchases
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He further explained that he does not buy the watches himself.
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“A young man came to me and said God instructed him to give his pastor. He told me God told him to give them to me. So I have a lot; the ones posted online are even small,” Pastor Ibiyeomie added.
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Social Media Debates
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The pastor’s reaction comes amid discussions online about the display of wealth by religious leaders.
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Pastor Ibiyeomie emphasized that the watches are gifts, received as part of his work in helping others, and not personal purchases.
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See below;
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“I don’t buy wristwatches. A young man gave me watches worth $2m”
– Pastor David Ibiyeomie responds to critics who called him out for owning luxury wristwatches.
— CHUKS 🍥 (@ChuksEricE) February 13, 2026
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