pastor jerry eze biography

Jerry Eze - Wikipedia

Pastor Jerry Uchechukwu Eze (born 22 August 1982) is a Nigerian Pentecostal leader, author, and digital evangelist known for his impactful ministry both offline and online. He is the founder and lead pastor of Streams of Joy International and the convener of New Season Prophetic Prayers & Declarations (NSPPD)—a widely-followed YouTube prayer platform .

 Early Life & Education

  • Born in Umuahia, Abia State, and originally from Okoko Item in Bende LGA. Raised by a single, devout mother in a humble home
  • Attended Ibeku High School (1991–1997), then earned a bachelor’s in History & International Relations from Abia State University. He further completed postgraduate studies in business administration/human resource management at Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT)

 Early Career

  • Began work in broadcasting before becoming a communications specialist with the World Bank (HIV/AIDS project) and the UNFPA. He left his UN career in 2009 to fully commit to ministry

 Ministry

  • In 2009, he began serving at All Saints Chapel, North Carolina, during his university years
  • Founded Streams of Joy International in 2011, headquartered on Ikot‑Ekpene Road, Umuahia. The ministry has since expanded with over 13 branches across Nigeria, Canada, the UK, the US, and more
  • Launched NSPPD during the COVID‑19 pandemic—an online prophetic prayer movement known for the catchphrase “What God cannot do does not exist” and averaging millions of viewers daily

 Authorship & Teachings

Books authored include:

  • Streams of Joy Daily Devotional
  • Supernatural Parenting
  • Am I Making a Mistake?
  • My Night Thoughts (Vols. 1–4)
  • Resplendent Relationships

His teachings emphasize faith, breakthrough, healing, spiritual empowerment, and personal purpose.

 Family & Personal Life

  • Married to Pastor Eno Ebele Jerry since March 2007. They have two children: a daughter Samara and a son, Jerry
  • The couple co-lead their ministry, with Eno actively supporting through her own platform, Women on Fire Network

 Impact & Recognition

  • NSPPD gained global attention and was spotlighted by CNN for its widespread influence .
  • His ministry includes philanthropic efforts like establishing tuition-free schools and feeding programs via the Spring of Joy Foundation
  • Influenced by spiritual mentors, notably Apostle Joshua Selman, and recognized for his commitment to nightly prayer, intercession, and leadership conferences

Pastor Jerry Eze is widely regarded as a transformative spiritual leader whose ministry merges traditional pastoral care with digital evangelism. His outreach continues to grow through a combination of dynamic prayer sessions, written devotionals, and global philanthropy—marking him as one of Nigeria’s most influential contemporary pastors.