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List Of Nigerian Gospel Musicians
This is a list of notable Nigerian gospel musicians arranged in alphabetical order. *Ada Ehi * Bidemi Olaoba *Bola Are *Cobhams Asuquo *Dunni Olanrewaju *Eben *Ebenezer Obey *el Mafrex * Frank Edwards *Funmi Aragbaye *Jahdiel *Jeremiah Gyang * Joe Praize * Joseph Adebayo Adelakun *Kefee *Kunle Ajayi * Lara George * Mega 99 *Mercy Chinwo *Nathaniel Bassey *Nikki Laoye * Nosa *Obiwon *Onos Ariyo *Onyeka Onwenu *Patty Obasi *Samsong *Sinach * Snatcha *Sola Allyson * Tim Godfrey *Tope Alabi *TY Bello References {{Reflist Nigerian gospel Nigerian Nigerian gospel Gospel songs are a kind of motivational Christian music that has become a major part of Nigerian music. In the 1960s the Evangelical Church of West Africa Choir was popular, and in the early 1970s Bola Aare, Ebenezer Obey and later, Panam Percy P ... Nigerian ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ada Ehi
Ada Ogochukwu Ehi (born 18 September 1987), also simply known by her stage name Ada, is a Nigerian gospel singer, songwriter, recording and performing artist. She started her musical career at the age of 10 as a backup singer for child star Tosin Jegede. Since she professionally started her music career under Loveworld Records in 2009, she has increasingly gained local and international popularity through her songs and music videos. Biography Early and personal life Born to Victor and Mabel Ndukauba, Ehi and her three brothers grew up listening to gospel music. She is a native of Imo State in Nigeria. At 10, she was selected to be a member of the Girls band of Nigerian child star Tosin Jegede. She is a graduate of the Lagos State University, (B.Sc Chemical and Polymer Engineering). During her university days, she actively participated in the Believers Loveworld Campus Fellowship. Shortly, she joined the Christ Embassy Choir and since then, she has been active in the church ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mega 99 (musician)
Abel Oluwafemi Dosunmu, known as Mega 99, is a Nigerian gospel juju musician and songwriter. Early life Mega99 was born in Oshodi, a metropolitan city in Lagos State, the administrative division of Nigeria. He obtained a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) degree in accountancy from Olabisi Onabanjo University. Career In 1994, he established a musical group called Abel Dosunmu and the Mega 9'9 Band. His debut album titled ''My mother'' was released in 1998 and another album titled ''Prayer'' was released in 2000 but was famous for his album titled ''Money'' which was released in 2004. He later released "Ona Ara" in 2006 followed by "Weep Not" in 2008 and ''Thanksgiving'' in 2010. Another album titled ''Victory at last'' was released in 2012, ''Fear Not" in 2013 and ''Emajo Emayo'' was released in 2014.'' Mega 99 has also sang songs alongside some other gospel singers in nigeria like Bola Are. Discography *''My Mother'' (1998) *''Prayer'' (2000) *''Money'' (2003) *''Ona Ara'' (2006) ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Tim Godfrey (musician)
Tim Godfrey is a Nigerian gospel singer. He is best known for his song ''Nara'' in collaboration with Travis Greene. He is the founder and owner of the record label Rox Nation and also the Founder of Xtreme Crew. Career Early life and career beginnings Timothy Chukwudi Godfrey was born on the 26th day of August in the year 1980 to the Family of Mr. and Mrs. Victor Godfrey in Kaduna, Nigeria. He is the second born of his parents that has six (6) children. He had his primary education in Kaduna Nigeria, although he hails from Abia State. He got an honorary Doctorate degree in Fine Art and Musicology at the Trinity International University of Ambassadors, Georgia, USA in 2018. Career highlights Tim Godfrey is the convener of the annual Fearless Gospel Concert, which has hosted several international gospel artists, including Marvin Sapp, Kirk Franklin, Travis Greene, Israel Houghton, JJ Hairston, Sammie Okposo and others. In 2018, Tim Godfrey featured Travis Greene in the bre ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sola Allyson
Sola Allyson-Obaniyi, popularly known as Shola Allyson or Sola Allyson, is a Nigerian soul, folk, and gospel singer and songwriter. She came into limelight with the hit album ''Eji Owuro'' (2003), which was the soundtrack album for a film of the same title. After ''Eji Owuro'', she released other albums like ''Gbeje F'ori'', ''Ire'' and ''Im'oore'' amongst others. Her popular songs include: "Eji Owuro", "Obinrin Ni Mi", "Aseye", "Isinmi", amongst others. Apart from being a singer, she is also a voice coach, counsellor and a consultant. She also makes music covers for Nigerian movies. Early life and education Sola Allyson Obaniyi was born in Ikorodu, Lagos State in the early 1970s. She had her primary education at Anglican Primary School, Ikorodu, after which she attended Shams-el-deen Grammar School, Ikorodu for her secondary education. She subsequently attended Government Technical College, Agidingbi, Ikeja, where she studied Business Studies and obtained an NBTE Certificate. I ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Adekunle Adeyoola
Adekunle Adeyoola, known professionally as Snatcha is a Nigerian gospel rap artist, actor and CEO of Assalt TV. He is part of the duo, Rooftop Mcs who released singles including ''Lagimo'' ft Cobhams, and Shock Therapy which were nominated for The Headies Award for Best Rap Single in 2008. He formed Rooftop Mcs in 2002—the name was inspired by the Bible verse: Matthew 27: 10. The Group released four albums including "Shock Therapy", "The 2nd First Impression", "Minority Report" and "Back At One" and they also released several other singles. After several years, the band went on a break in 2010. Snatcha moved to the UK, got married in 2011 and started his family. He released a solo album ''The Value of Nothing'' in 2016. He has also released the "Drunken Masters: Live" album in 2020 and other singles including "Mighty God (Drunk'n Worship)" with Nikki Laoye and "Children of God "featuring Angeloh. Snatcha and his wife had 4 children. She passed away after a long-term il ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sinach
Osinachi Kalu Okoro Egbu, known professionally as Sinach, (born 30 March 1972) is a Nigerian singer, songwriter and senior worship leader at Loveworld until 2021. She is the first singer-songwriter to top the Billboard Christian Songwriter chart for 12 weeks in a row. Her song "Way Maker" received three nominations and won the Song of the Year at the 51st GMA Dove Awards, making her the first Nigerian to win the Award. She also won the BMI song of the year, and in 2021 was recognized by the US Congress while on tour in the United States of America. She has released 9 studio albums with several other hit songs, including "I Know Who I Am", "Great Are You Lord", "Rejoice", "He Did It Again", "Precious Jesus", "The Name of Jesus", "This Is My Season", "Awesome God", "For This", "I Stand Amazed", "Simply Devoted" and "Jesus is Alive". "Way Maker" has also piled up many recognition and awards since it was released in 2015. The visuals for Way Maker is currently the second most wa ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Samsong
Samson Uche Mogekwu, known as Samsong, is a Nigerian gospel artist, based in Abuja, Nigeria. Early life and education Samson Uche Mogekwu was born on November 30, 1974, in Delta State, Nigeria. He began singing while in high school, where he also took on the name Samsong. He attended Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, Edo state, majoring in Accounting. Career Samsong formed a quartet known as Praise Creation. They were signed to Ivory Music Label, and released their debut album, ''Best of Life'', in 1996. The group subsequently broke up, and Samsong became a solo artist, releasing his debut album, ''Count Your Blessings'', in 2002. The album won The Psalmist Award that same year. His second album ''Still Counting'' was released in 2004. He won the "Best Male Vocalist of the Year" Award at Today's Music Award in 2004, and "Best Male Vocalist of The Year" Award in 2005 at The Amen Awards. At the Vigoma Awards in 2005, he received the "Best Video of The Year" Award. His t ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Patty Obasi
Patrick Obasi (15 May 1951 – 16 October 2012), popularly known as Patty Obasi, was a Nigerian gospel recording artist. Regarded as one of the pioneers of Nigerian gospel music, Patty Obasi rose to prominence in 1980 upon the release of his album ''Nwa Mama Iwota''. Early life Patrick Obasi was born in Mmaku, a small town in Awgu local government area of Enugu State, Nigeria where he began his singing career. Career He released his debut album ''Bianu Kanyi Kele Jehova'' and went on to release over 15 studio albums. Discography *''Bianu Kanyi Kele Jehova'' *''Onye Isi Agha'' *''Nwa Mama Iwota'' *''Okara Akapa'' *''Billionaire in a Crate'' *''Walking with Jesus'' *''Ezi Nwayi Di Ukor'' *''Ubanase'' Later life and death Obasi died in his residence on 16 October 2012 after suffering from kidney failure. See also * List of Nigerian gospel musicians This is a list of notable Nigerian gospel musicians arranged in alphabetical order. *Ada Ehi * Bidemi Olaoba *Bola Are *C ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Onyeka Onwenu
Onyeka Onwenu (born 31 January 1952) is a Nigerian singer/songwriter, actress, human right activist, social activist, journalist, politician, and former ''X Factor'' series judge. Dubbed the "Elegant Stallion" by the Nigerian press, she is a former chairperson of the Imo State Council for Arts and Culture. In 2013 she was appointed the Executive Director/Chief Executive Officer of the National Centre for Women Development. Early life Onwenu hails from Arondizuogu, a small town in Ideato North, Imo State, but was born and raised in Port Harcourt. She is the youngest daughter of Nigerian educationist and politician D. K. Onwenu, who died when she was four years old in an autocrash a week before his appointment as Minister for Education, leaving his widow, Hope, to raise five children alone after her husband's family denied her access to his property. Education Onwenu possesses a BA in International Relations and Communication from Wellesley College, Massachusetts, and an MA ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Onos Ariyo
Onoriode Ebiere Ariyo professionally known as Onos Ariyo is a Nigerian-based singer and songwriter. She is best known for her critically acclaimed song ''"Alagbara" which was written & produced by Nigerian Music Producer Wilson Joel ''. In September 2018, she was listed in the Global Top 100 Most Influential People of African Descent (MIPAD). Early life Onos was born in Delta State in Southern Nigeria where she had her primary and secondary school education after which she gained admission to the Delta State University, Abraka where she graduated with a bachelor's degree in French. Onos had begun singing while she was in primary school, being a part of a number of different choirs and groups before she moved to Lagos in 2004 where she began recording her first official single, ''"Dance"'' produced by FLO. Career Sequel to the successful release of her debut single ''"Dance"'', Onos has gone on to headline several gospel concerts in Nigeria, including ''The Experience - Lagos'', ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Obiwon
Obiora Nwokolobia-Agu (born 9 June 1977), better known by his artistic name Obiora Obiwon, is a Nigerian singer, musician, songwriter, recording artiste, music minister and evangelist. Early life Obiora Obiwon was born Obiora Nwokolobia-Agu on 9 June 1977 in Enugu, Nigeria. A passion for music started developing as early as age 5, while singing along to HipHop and R'n'B records from his elder brother's Audio Cassettes. His father, Sir Humphrey Nwokolobia-Agu was a folk and classical music composer and arranger from Eastern Nigeria. At age 15 he went on to songwriting, performing on the local streets and hang outs. Education He graduated from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) in 2001 where he studied Agricultural Extension even while building recording and live performance skills in eastern Nigeria's music circuit. Career After migrating to Lagos in 2002 for National Youth Service Corps, gee initially became an employee of a bank in Lagos. At the same time initial attem ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Nosa (musician)
Nosa Omoregie, professionally known as Nosa, is a Nigerian recording artist, singer, songwriter and performer. He is currently signed to Warner Music Group African partner, Chocolate City. Early life Nosa Omoregie, known simple as Nosa, was born on 26 February 1981, he is a native of Benin City, Edo State. Education Studied Engineering at the University of Benin ( UNIBEN). Edo State Career Nosa's source of joy as a growing child was in music and attending Church, where he began exploring his developing talents. He started out in the children's choir in church and is majorly influenced by gospel singers like Fred Hammond and Kim Burrell and the noted R n B group Boyz II men. He later got to love jazz and soul music and then rock, for the simplicity of it. He is also greatly influenced by Afro-Highlife particularly music from Sonny Okosun, Christy Essien-Igbokwe, King Sunny Adé and Onyeka Onwenu, thus venturing from a wide array of childhood career fantasies of becoming ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
