Mmaduabuchi OkoyeJerry Eze: 5 major takeaways from his historic global YouTube ranking
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On December 27, 2025, Streams Charts released data placing Pastor Jerry Eze as the third most-watched YouTube streamer globally in the non-gaming category. This deep dive explores the specifics of his 102 million watch hours, the international heavyweights he stood alongside, and the growing influence of the NSPPD movement beyond the church walls.
Table of Contents- 1. The Staggering Numbers Breakdown
- 2. The Global Titans He Stood Alongside
- 3. A Pattern of Financial and Digital Dominance
- 4. The “Saka Effect” and Cultural Penetration
- 5. The Cleric’s Emotional Response
- Conclusion
The digital landscape of 2025 has shifted dramatically, proving that content creation is no longer the exclusive preserve of Gen Z entertainers or gamers.
This reality became undeniable on December 27, 2025, when a Nigerian pastor claimed a top spot on the global stage. Pastor Jerry Eze, the convener of the New Season Prophetic Prayers and Declarations (NSPPD), shattered expectations by ranking third on the worldwide list of most-watched YouTube streamers.
While the gaming sector often dominates streaming metrics, this specific ranking by Streams Charts focused on non-gaming channels, highlighting the massive surge in religious and lifestyle content consumption.
For those tracking the rise of digital evangelism, this milestone validates years of consistent morning prayers. Here are the five critical things you must know about this historic achievement.
1. The Staggering Numbers Breakdown
The sheer volume of engagement on the NSPPD channel is difficult to overstate. According to the official data from Streams Charts, the channel accumulated a massive 102 million hours watched throughout the year.
To put this into perspective, this figure represents millions of people tuning in daily, often for over an hour at a time, to participate in prayers.
This level of retention is rare in the fickle world of social media, where attention spans are notoriously short. It suggests that the content offers a value proposition, spiritual or emotional that keeps viewers locked in.
The data confirms that this is not a one-off viral moment but a sustained pattern of viewership that rivals major television networks.
2. The Global Titans He Stood Alongside
Ranking third places the Nigerian cleric in an elite league of international content creators. He did not just top a local chart; he rubbed shoulders with the biggest names in the global digital space.
Brazilian religious leader Frei Gilson claimed the number one spot with 154 million watch hours, followed closely by Luinny Corporan with 137 million hours. These figures show a clear trend: religious content is becoming a dominant force on YouTube.
Interestingly, Pastor Eze ranked higher than several other major categories, including the “Relaxing Music Collection” channel, which took fourth place with 69.5 million hours.
This hierarchy proves that active engagement people praying along is currently generating more watch time than passive background content.
3. A Pattern of Financial and Digital Dominance
This global recognition is not an isolated event but the continuation of a strong upward trajectory for the NSPPD brand. Observers of the Nigerian digital space will recall that this dominance has financial implications as well.
Earlier reports confirmed his massive revenue generation, as Pastor Jerry Eze tops Nigeria’s YouTube earnings for second year running, solidifying his status as a digital powerhouse.
The correlation between watch hours and earnings is direct, and this global ranking explains why his channel consistently outperforms secular entertainers in revenue.
It fundamentally changes the conversation about the “creator economy” in Africa, showing that faith-based content is a viable and lucrative sector.
4. The “Saka Effect” and Cultural Penetration
The influence of Pastor Eze extends far beyond the YouTube dashboard and into popular culture and sports. His reach is not limited to those who wake up for morning prayers; it often spills over into mainstream conversation through high-profile figures.
We saw a clear example of this crossover appeal in mid-2025 when Bukayo Saka’s wristband sparks reactions after Pastor Jerry Eze shares photo of the Arsenal star.
That moment demonstrated that the “What God Cannot Do Does Not Exist” slogan has become a cultural identifier, worn by Premier League stars and ordinary citizens alike.
This cultural penetration drives traffic back to the channel, creating a feedback loop that fuels these massive watch hour numbers.
5. The Cleric’s Emotional Response
Despite the massive statistics and the global acclaim, the reaction from the man at the center of the storm was notably humble.
Pastor Jerry Eze took to X (formerly Twitter) to express his genuine shock at the ranking, insisting that building a “brand” was never the goal.
”This was definitely not our Mission but see what God has done,” the cleric wrote, visibly moved by the news.
He dedicated the achievement to the millions of people who join the platform daily, describing himself simply as a “flawed young man” used by God.
This posture of humility likely endears him further to his audience, reinforcing the authenticity that attracts viewers in the first place.
Conclusion
As we look toward 2026, the question is no longer whether digital evangelism is effective, but how much further it can grow. With 102 million watch hours in the bag, the NSPPD movement has set a benchmark that will be difficult for any other African creator to beat in the near future.
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