Nollywood actor Zubby Michael has ignited a heated religious debate after declaring that he has no interest in paying tithes to any formal church institution, opting instead to distribute the funds directly to the “street.” Speaking in a recently surfaced interview on Monday, April 20, 2026, the self-proclaimed “richest actor in Nigeria” revealed that he recently audited his financial records and discovered he had earned approximately ₦102 million from acting fees alone in a short period. Staying true to his unconventional beliefs, he claimed to have donated ₦10.2 million—exactly ten percent of those earnings—directly to the needy and individuals he encountered in public spaces.
Michael, who openly admits he does not attend church or subscribe to traditional religious activities, argued that this direct social impact is a more fulfilling and transparent way of giving back. While his bold stance has been praised by some fans as a practical approach to charity in a tough economy, it has also faced criticism from those who view his public “spraying” of cash and disregard for church doctrine as boastful or irreverent. The controversy has quickly become a focal point on social media, with Nigerians debating whether tithing should remain a private religious obligation or evolve into a more visible form of individual philanthropy.
