Top 10 Famous Female Pastors In Nigeria

This is a comprehensive list of the top 10 most popular female pastors In Nigeria. In this ranking, we’ll consider factors such as their spiritual influence, social impact, personal qualities, ministerial accomplishments, and recognition:

Name	Church/Organization
Pastor Mrs. Evelyn Joshua	The Synagogue Church of All Nations (SCOAN)
Bishop Bola Odeleke	Power Pentecostal Church
Archbishop Margaret Idahosa	Church of God Mission International
Pastor Funke Adejumo	Agape Christian Ministries
Pastor Mrs. Faith Oyedepo	Living Faith Church Worldwide (Winners' Chapel)
Pastor Folu Adeboye	Redeemed Christian Church of God
Pastor Helen Oritsejafor	Word of the Bible Church
Pastor Ifeyinwa Adefarasin	House on the Rock Church
Pastor Veronica	Life of Faith and Prosperity Ministry
Pastor Peace Okon	Dominion City Church

1. Pastor Mrs. Evelyn Joshua

Pastor Mrs. Evelyn Joshua is the leader of The Synagogue Church of All Nations (SCOAN) and took over after her husband, Prophet T.B. Joshua, passed away in 2021. She was born on December 17, 1968, in Delta State.

Evelyn studied Management Studies at the Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration. She married T.B. Joshua in 1990, and together, they built SCOAN into one of the largest churches in Africa.

After his death, she became the Senior Pastor and continues to focus on healing, deliverance, and humanitarian work. Evelyn is known for her humility and strong leadership, guiding the church and their global outreach network.

2. Bishop Bola Odeleke

Bishop Bola Odeleke is the founder of Power Pentecostal Church and is one of the first female bishops in Nigeria. She broke barriers in a male-dominated field and has inspired many women to pursue their ministry callings.

Bishop Odeleke is known for her dynamic preaching and her focus on empowering women in the church. She is also involved in charitable programs that support education, healthcare, and vocational training for women and children.

3. Archbishop Margaret Idahosa

Archbishop Margaret Idahosa is the first female Pentecostal Archbishop in Africa. She leads the Church of God Mission International (CGMi), which she took over after her husband’s passing in 1998.

Margaret grew the church by expanding its reach within Nigeria and beyond. She also leads the Christian Women Fellowship International (CWFI), where she helps women grow spiritually and empowers them through mentorship.

Additionally, she founded Benson Idahosa University, which focuses on providing quality education with Christian values. Margaret Idahosa is recognized for her strong leadership in both the church and community, advocating for women’s rights and social change.

4. Pastor Funke Adejumo

Pastor Funke Adejumo co-founded Agape Christian Ministries with her husband and is known for her preaching style. She has a degree in Sociology from the University of Lagos but felt called to ministry.

Funke Adejumo is passionate about empowering women and families. She organizes conferences every year that focus on spiritual growth, personal development, and family life.

Pastor Funke is also an author, writing books about marriage, parenting, and faith. Through her ministry, she runs programs that help orphans and children in need.

5. Pastor Mrs. Faith Oyedepo

Pastor Mrs. Faith Oyedepo is the wife of Bishop David Oyedepo, the founder of Living Faith Church Worldwide (Winners’ Chapel).

She has been by her husband’s side since they started the church in 1981 and is known for her focus on family values and Christian principles.

Faith Oyedepo runs programs that help strengthen marriages and parenting among church members. She is also an accomplished author with many books that guide people on family and spiritual matters.

Aside from her pastoral work, Faith Oyedepo participates in charitable activities, especially in education for underprivileged children in Nigeria. Her work continues to uplift families through faith-based teachings.

6. Pastor Folu Adeboye

Pastor Folu Adeboye, born on July 13, 1948, is a leading figure in the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG). She is affectionately called “Mummy G.O.” and is married to Pastor Enoch Adeboye, the General Overseer of RCCG.

Pastor Folu was born into a royal family in Osun State and grew up in a Methodist household. She is deeply involved in the church’s growth, especially through the Teen and Children Ministry, and the Good Women Ministry.

Also, she established the Christ the Redeemer’s Schools Movement, which has built many Christian schools in Nigeria. Besides her ministry work, she is a writer, focusing on Christian living, family life, and personal development.

Her modest style of dressing, with no makeup or jewelry, shows her simplicity. Pastor Folu Adeboye is a mother and grandmother who has greatly impacted the church and society.

7. Pastor Helen Oritsejafor

Pastor Helen Oritsejafor is the wife of Pastor Ayo Oritsejafor, the founder of Word of Life Bible Church. Since 1987, she has been a strong pillar in the church.

Known for her love for fashion, Pastor Helen often wears fashionable hats. She leads the Daughters of Sarah Fellowship, a group focused on empowering women.

Pastor Helen also hosts “Family Tips,” a talk show that discusses family-related topics. She is also involved in banking as she runs Eagle Flight MicroFinance Bank, which helps small businesses grow.

Her social work includes helping orphans and vulnerable children. Through her leadership and compassion, she continues to uplift many people in Nigeria’s Christian community.

8. Pastor Ifeyinwa Adefarasin

Pastor Ifeyinwa Adefarasin is a famous pastor and the wife of Pastor Paul Adefarasin, founder of House on the Rock Church. A former beauty queen, she has been a central figure in the church since it was established in 1994.

Pastor Ifeyinwa focuses on women’s ministries and youth empowerment. She is involved in different community outreach programs that help underprivileged individuals.

In addition, she is an author and speaker, speaking on faith, family, and personal development. Her leadership style encourages others to pursue their goals while maintaining Christian values.

9. Pastor Veronica Isio

Pastor Veronica Isio is the founder of Life of Faith and Prosperity Ministry in Nigeria. She is known for her strong prophetic ministry.

Many people seek her guidance to overcome life’s challenges through prayer and faith. Her ministry focuses on spiritual, emotional, and physical health. She also holds healing services, where many people share testimonies of their lives being transformed.

Aside from her church duties, Pastor Veronica is committed to charity work, helping orphans, widows, and the less fortunate. She is also an author and conference speaker, sharing her experiences to encourage others on their spiritual journey.

10. Pastor Peace Okon

Pastor Peace Okon is a pastor at Dominion City Church in Nigeria. She is involved in empowering individuals and families through workshops that teach practical life skills alongside spiritual growth.

Her outreach programs focus on poverty alleviation and providing education to underprivileged children. Pastor Peace also mentors aspiring female leaders and is an active speaker at different conferences, sharing her faith journey and insights with people worldwide.