Apostle Femi Lazarus, the lead pastor of Light Nation Church, has recently come under scrutiny for charging a $150 fee for enrollment in his International School of Ministry.
This fee structure has sparked debate, particularly after Nigerian singer Timi Dakolo highlighted the cost, questioning the practice of monetizing spiritual education.
In defense of the fee, supporters of Apostle Lazarus argue that the funds are necessary to cover operational expenses associated with providing comprehensive ministry training. They contend that, similar to other educational institutions, the fee ensures that students receive quality instruction and resources. Critics, however, view this as contradictory, especially given Apostle Lazarus’s previous remarks criticizing gospel artists for charging fees for church performances.
While Apostle Lazarus has not issued a formal public statement specifically addressing the $150 fee controversy, his ministry’s website emphasizes his commitment to raising end-time armies in all spheres of influence and mentions the International School of Ministry as a platform for training ministers from more than thirty nations.
This ongoing discourse highlights the broader conversation about the intersection of spirituality and commerce within religious settings.
