A GIFT DECLINED, INTEGRITY DISPLAYED: DR. PAUL ENENCHE HONORABLY REJECTS ₦30 MILLION GOVERNMENT DONATION IN KEBBI STATE CRUSADE


By Genesis ogiri.

Kebbi State, Nigeria – June 2025

In a moment that has stirred hearts and sparked conversations across Nigeria’s Christian community, Dr. Pastor Paul Enenche, Senior Pastor of Dunamis International Gospel Centre (DIGC), made a powerful public statement—not with words alone, but through a bold act of integrity. During a recently concluded crusade in Kebbi State, Dr. Enenche respectfully rejected a ₦30 million gift presented by the state government as support for the spiritual event.

The funds, according to sources, were sent on behalf of the Governor to show appreciation for the church’s impact in the state. However, Dr. Enenche made it unmistakably clear on stage that Dunamis did not come for financial rewards, but to be a blessing.

A Public Decision Made with Grace and Conviction

Speaking calmly before thousands in attendance, and in the presence of government representatives, Dr. Enenche said:

 “Use that money for a government project, or even better, reach the less privileged in this land. That would be a greater use of it. We didn’t come here to collect; we came here to give.”

The moment, which many are now describing as prophetic leadership in action, was not only met with surprise, but admiration across the crowd. Government officials, seemingly unprepared for the refusal, suggested an alternative — that the funds be passed on to the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in Kebbi State to aid in fencing a cemetery land that had recently been allocated by the state government to the Christian community.

Even then, Dr. Enenche declined, offering instead that Dunamis Church would take up the responsibility of funding the fencing project directly.

 “We will support the Church in this state with our own resources. This is Kingdom work. We are too blessed to take this. If the government needs assistance, we are willing to help.”

No Offering, No Fundraising — Just the Gospel

Perhaps even more astonishing was the revelation that no offering or fundraising was done during the entire duration of the crusade. Attendees confirmed that no seed, tithe, or special collection was raised — a rarity in many large-scale Christian events. The focus of the gathering was purely spiritual: salvation, healing, deliverance, and revival.

This stands in sharp contrast to the prevailing practices where some religious events are often seen as opportunities for financial gain. Dr. Enenche’s firm rejection of any form of government patronage served as a reaffirmation that the Gospel is a gift to be given freely, not a product to be traded.

A Message to the Church and the Nation

The action has sent shockwaves across the Nigerian Christian landscape, drawing praise from both believers and non-believers alike. Many have taken to social media to applaud the pastor’s stand, calling it “a breath of fresh air” and “a true reflection of Christ-like leadership.”

 “This is what spiritual leadership should look like in our time,” one observer wrote.
“A pastor who cannot be bought, a Church that stands for righteousness,” another added.

Dr. Enenche’s choice to walk away from what many might consider a “harmless donation” is a clear message to the Church in Nigeria and beyond — ministry is not about what we can collect, but about how we can impact.

A Legacy of Integrity

This is not the first time Dr. Paul Enenche has taken such a principled stand. Over the years, he has built a reputation for being outspoken against compromise, corruption, and the politicization of the pulpit. His ministry has consistently emphasized the values of righteousness, holiness, integrity, and societal transformation through spiritual revival.

The Kebbi crusade has now become a landmark example in that legacy — a reminder that the true Church does not need to rely on the systems of the world to fulfill its divine mandate.

Conclusion: A New Standard for Spiritual Leadership

The refusal of the ₦30 million gift is more than a moment — it is a message. A message that integrity still matters, that God still raises men who cannot be bought, and that the Gospel remains a calling, not a career.

Dr. Paul Enenche's words echo louder than ever:

 "I’m too blessed to collect such. If anything, I can assist the state.”

Indeed, such humility and spiritual strength set a new standard for ministers, churches, and Christian organizations across the continent.

As the crusade concluded with testimonies of healing, salvation, and revival, one lasting impression remains:

 When the Church leads with integrity, even governments take notice.

Dr. Pastor Paul Enenche’s noble rejection of the ₦30 million "gift" from the Kebbi State Government is more than just a headline — it is a defining moment in the modern Nigerian Church. In a time when public trust in both religious and political institutions is increasingly fragile, this singular act of selflessness and integrity stands as a refreshing reminder that the Gospel is not for sale.

By choosing to prioritize righteousness over reward, and impact over income, Pastor Enenche reaffirmed what true ministry should be — a divine calling to serve, not to be served. His message was clear, both in words and in deed: "The Church is here to lift nations, not live off them."

As many continue to process the weight of this example, one truth echoes louder than the microphones on that crusade ground:
A man truly blessed by God does not need the validation or resources of men to fulfill divine purpose.

May this moment ignite a new standard of accountability, transparency, and spiritual dignity across pulpits and platforms in Nigeria and beyond.



To God alone be all the glory.

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