Pastor Lawal Advises Against Lavish Wedding Spending

Lead Pastor Lawal of The Zoe Household Global advised men against spending millions on weddings, suggesting it is financially imprudent to spend ₦10 million to ₦20 million without owning basic assets like a car. He stated that in Nigeria, owning a car is not only a convenience but can also serve as a business opportunity during tough times.

Pastor Lawal urged couples to minimize wedding expenses rather than trying to impress guests. He invited Pastor Mike to share his experience of a simple wedding with fewer than 100 guests, held at a family friend's compound, which kept costs low.

The church provided the sound system, and Pastor Mike's brother-in-law managed the DJ services, resulting in minimal entertainment expenses. Pastor Lawal used this example to illustrate that a successful wedding is not determined by expenditure.

His remarks have generated varied reactions online, with many agreeing that couples should prioritize their future over lavish spending on weddings.