David Ibiyeomie

David Ibiyeomie is a prominent Nigerian pastor, author, televangelist, and the founder and presiding pastor of Salvation Ministries, which is headquartered in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria. **Early Life and Education** David Ibiyeomie was born on October 21, 1962, in Bonny Island, Rivers State, located in the Niger Delta region of Nigeria. He is a native of Bolo Town in the Ogu/Bolo Local Government Area of Rivers state. For his early education, Ibiyeomie attended Banham Primary School and Government Comprehensive Secondary School Borikiri, both in Rivers State. In 1980, he enrolled in the Rivers State University of Science and Technology, Port Harcourt. **Career Progression and Ministry** In 1995, Ibiyeomie transitioned into full-time ministry by enrolling in the Word of Faith Bible Institute, which is an arm of Bishop David Oyedepo's Ministry. Following his training, he founded Salvation Ministries. The ministry officially started on Sunday, April 13, 1997, with an initial attendance of 34 people. In July 1997, the church relocated to a larger space. **Major Achievements and Notable Works** Salvation Ministries, under his leadership, has experienced significant growth and expansion. As of 2017, the ministry's headquarters averaged approximately 50,000 attendees every Sunday. A notable achievement includes the expansion of the ministry's reach, such as the simultaneous launch of 14 satellite churches in a single day in February 2011, each running five services. Ibiyeomie is also an author, with published books including *Success Pillars*, *The Real You*, *Holy Spirit My Helper*, *Supernatural Abundance*, and *Enjoying Marital Bliss*. **Current Status** David Ibiyeomie continues to serve as the founder and presiding pastor of Salvation Ministries, overseeing its vast local and international operations as a leading figure in Nigerian Christian televangelism.