“Today She’s Regarded As The Wealthiest Woman In Nigeria-Ibiyeomie on Folorunsho Alakija

Pastor David Ibiyeomie of Salvation Ministries reminded congregants that personal skill and excellence can open doors to extraordinary opportunities—just as it did for the woman he described as “today’s wealthiest woman in Nigeria.”

Speaking during a service, Ibiyeomie recounted the story of a Nigerian woman whose journey to riches began not in the oil rigs but at a sewing table.

Today she’s regarded as the wealthiest woman in Nigeria,” he told the audience. “So it gives you what? Opportunities to open doors.”

He explained that her gift for fashion design brought her into the company of influential figures. By creating clothes for the First Lady, she gained access to the President—a connection that eventually led to ventures in the oil industry.

“May your own come,” Ibiyeomie declared, prompting applause from the crowd. “It brings glory to God, brings glory to God.”

Quoting from the Bible, he urged listeners to let their abilities be a testimony to their faith: “Let your light so shine before men that they may see your good works—not your good singing and clapping.”

He cautioned believers that while worship and praise are important, they should not be the only visible expression of their spirituality. “You’ve been clapping in church. Now they should see your what? Good works. Your potential should be seen—that they may glorify your Father which is in heaven,” he said, his voice rising with conviction.

Ibiyeomie’s examples were deliberately practical. “You sow well. You clean well. You write well. That is the way you walk,” he added, illustrating how everyday excellence can serve as a form of evangelism.

The pastor stressed that exceptional performance in any field—whether in business, craftsmanship, or service—creates platforms for influence and respect. “They will say, ‘Truly, this your born again is good.’ It’s not just about saying ‘I’m a Christian.’ Show it through results,” he said.

The message resonated with congregants who nodded and murmured in agreement. For Ibiyeomie, the connection between skill and divine purpose is not merely motivational—it’s biblical. “When people see your good works, they glorify God. That’s how the Kingdom advances,” he noted.

He framed the story of the unnamed wealthy woman not as a tale of luck, but as a lesson in preparation meeting opportunity. “Her sewing skill was the seed. That seed brought her before kings. From there, God opened the oil wells,” he said.

Local entrepreneur Grace Eke, who attended the service, said the message challenged her to rethink how she presents her own work. “I’ve been putting in effort, but Pastor made me see that it’s also a way to glorify God. Excellence is part of our witness,” she said.

Business analyst Samuel Okoro agreed, adding that Ibiyeomie’s point aligns with broader economic realities. “Networking and access often come through demonstrated value. The story shows that talent, when nurtured, can open doors far beyond its immediate industry,” he said.

As the sermon closed, Ibiyeomie prayed that members of the congregation would discover and refine their gifts, using them to make tangible impact in their communities. “Your potential will not die inside you,” he declared. “It will be seen, and it will bring glory to God.”