Marvellous Efe Odiete (born 6 September 1978) is a Nigerian

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Early life and education

Odiete was born on 6 September 1978 in

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, Delta State into a Christian family. He was introduced to music in his early years through the influence of his father Bishop John Odiete. He grew up in the church circles and started playing the bass guitar at age 12. He studied

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at the

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Career

He was first runner up in '' MTN Project Fame'' (Season 5). After a long hiatus he released various singles such as "Blow you a kiss", "You are worthy" and "I am not Alone".

Personal life

He married Joy Ilibeno on February 14, 2013.

References

1978 births Living people Nigerian gospel singers Nigerian Christians Musicians from Delta State 21st-century Nigerian singers Nigerian evangelicals 21st-century Christians Performers of Christian music Gospel music composers {{Nigeria-singer-stub