Pastor Kingsley Okonkwo, lead pastor of David’s Christian Centre and a respected relationship coach, has launched a Christian matchmaking and marriage-preparation platform named “Mentor To Marry,” positioning it as a guided community for serious singles seeking intentional, Kingdom-minded unions. Announcing the initiative via social media, Okonkwo expressed concern that modern relationships have become overly commercialised, with men struggling to find genuine partners as connections increasingly hinge on financial gain rather than authentic friendship.
The platform offers three registration tiers: a Regular package at ₦70,000, which provides eight weeks of mentoring classes and limited profile access; a Premium option at ₦350,000 that adds private group membership and enhanced offerings; and a VIP tier at ₦700,000 which extends access to global profiles. The launch has ignited widespread online debate, with some applauding the structured, faith-based approach to guiding singles toward marriage, while others question whether such steep fees align with the church’s pastoral role in preparing couples for matrimony.
Critics also argue that the pricing may exclude many sincere believers, potentially turning a sacred service into a luxury commodity. Nevertheless, Okonkwo maintains that the investment reflects the depth of mentorship and quality of matching provided, aiming to reduce the high rate of marital failures among Christians. The platform’s reception will likely shape future conversations about the intersection of faith, finances, and modern dating in Nigeria.