2 w. ago Singers, pastors weigh in on debate over payment of gospel artistes

The lead pastor of the Light Nation Church, Femi Lazarus, recently lent his voice to the raging debate over whether or not gospel artistes should be paid for “ministering” in church and other programmes. He said, “A music minister is one who expresses his ministry through music. A music artist is not a kingdom-based minister, Read More

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3 w. ago ‘Give him his flowers,’ Femi Lazarus acknowledges Dakolo’s concern for gospel singers

Following the recent heated debate over financial expectations in gospel music, Pastor Femi Lazarus has taken to Instagram to acknowledge Timi Dakolo’s advocacy for gospel musicians. Sharing a picture of himself with singer Timi Dakolo and Pastor Emmanuel Iren on Monday, Lazarus praised Dakolo, calling him a “music legend” and urging people to give him Read More

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3 w. ago Pastor Femi Lazarus Ends Feud With Timi Dakolo Over Gospel Singers’ Performance Fees

Nigerian pastor, Femi Lazarus, has finally backed down in his argument with singer Timi Dakolo, surprising some netizens. The founder of Light Nation Church previously ignited an online debate by criticising gospel singers for demanding payment to perform in churches. Timi Dakolo responded, defending singers’ right to charge for performances since it is their livelihood. […] The post Pastor Femi Lazarus Ends Feud With Timi Dakolo Over Gospel Singers’ Performance Fees appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Why gospel music ministers should not charge fees – Pastor Femi Lazarus

Nigerian pastor, Femi Lazarus, has addressed the controversy surrounding his recent comments on the financial expectations of gospel ministers, clarifying read more Why gospel music ministers should not charge fees – Pastor Femi Lazarus

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3 w. ago Timi Dakolo, Pastor Lazarus Clash Over Fees For Gospel Performances, Ministry School

Nigerian singer Timi Dakolo has called out Pastor Femi Lazarus for charging fees for his school of ministry while condemning a gospel singer’s financial demands for a performance. This comes after Pastor Lazarus displayed an alleged invoice from the unnamed gospel artist for a performance during his Sunday sermon. Lazarus said, “I want the media […] The post Timi Dakolo, Pastor Lazarus Clash Over Fees For Gospel Performances, Ministry School appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Why music ministers should not charge fees, Femi Lazarus clarifies stance

Nigerian pastor, Femi Lazarus, who recently ignited controversy about the gospel music industry by challenging the financial expectations of gospel ministers, has provided explanations to defend his stance. In a sermon on aired on YouTube Sunday, Lazarus insisted that music ministry is for those who were called into it as a ministry and should not Read More

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3 w. ago Timi Dakolo Slams Femi Lazarus Over $150 Fee For School Of Ministry

Popular Nigerian singer Timi Dakolo has called out the Lead Pastor of Light Nation Church, Apostle Femi Lazarus for charging fees for his School of Ministry while criticising gospel artists for demanding payment to minister at church events. Apostle Lazarus has been vocal about his disapproval of gospel musicians who request large sums to perform […]

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3 w. ago Singer’s fee: Are you not selling the gospel too? Dakolo tackles Femi Lazarus

Nigerian singer Timi Dakolo has questioned Pastor Femi Lazarus for charging fees for his school of ministry while criticising a gospel singer’s financial demands for a performance. This development comes after Pastor Lazarus projected an alleged invoice from the unnamed gospel artist for a performance, during a sermon on Sunday Lazarus said, “I want the Read More

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3 w. ago Dakolo tackles Apostle Lazarus for criticising gospel singers charging fees

Tribune Online Dakolo tackles Apostle Lazarus for criticising gospel singers charging fees Popular Nigerian singer Timi Dakolo has publicly challenged Apostle Femi Lazarus over his criticism of gospel ministers who charge high fees to attend events. Dakolo tackles Apostle Lazarus for criticising gospel singers charging fees Tribune Online

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