Nigeria, May 25 -- Why the Yorubas Build and Pastor the Largest Churches Worldwide

Yoruba pastors lead several of the largest churches and mega-church movements in Nigeria. While Nigerian mega-churches are often multi-ethnic in membership, they are heavily founded and led by Yoruba leaders, particularly within the Pentecostal movement. Yoruba pastors hold a very high profile in the top leadership of Nigeria's biggest churches

Some Prominent Churches Led by Yoruba Leaders:

Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG): Founded in 1952, this is arguably the largest church in Nigeria, with a massive global footprint. It is led by Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye. Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries (MFM): Founded by Dr Daniel Kolawole Olukoya,...