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Since the 1960s, Chief Commander Ebenezer Obey has remained one of Nigeria’s most respected and influential musicians. His music, a perfect blend of rhythm, wisdom, and culture, has stood the test of time, earning him a place among the greats. As the juju maestro turns 83, today, April 3, here are ten classic songs that…
28 Mar
Popular gospel singer, Panam Percy Paul, has revealed that he rejected a £24m deal in 1995 because he was asked to reduce how often he mentioned Jesus in his songs. The 68-year-old singer shared his experience during a recent conversation with Nigerian pastor, Emmanuel Iren. He said he was at the height of his ministry…
25 Mar
The senior pastor of Light Nation Church, Femi Lazarus, and award-winning singer, Timi Dakolo, have finally ended their public disagreement over payment for gospel ministration. Their reconciliation came on Monday evening, days after both men clashed online over comments Pastor Lazarus made about gospel artistes demanding high fees to perform in churches. The back-and-forth started…
24 Mar
Archbishop Elpidophoros of America has presented former U.S. President Donald Trump with a Holy Cross, drawing a parallel between him and Emperor Constantine the Great. During the presentation, which was captured on video, the Archbishop praised Trump’s leadership, stating: “You remind me of the great Emperor Constantine the Great. The Roman emperor, my president, who…
18 Mar
The Daodu Gbenga Gospel Outreach Ministries is presenting a two-day power-packed programme in Abule Egba, Lagos, themed Feast of Praise, which is now in its Season II. In a world filled with chaos and uncertainty, one thing remains constant—the power of faith and the transformative impact of gospel music. This March, Daodu Gbenga Gospel Outreach…
4 Mar
A fresh wave of inspiration is sweeping through Nigeria’s music scene as MSG, the Asaba-based collective, drops their highly anticipated album, Greatness or Nothing—a project that’s more than just music; it’s a movement. This album embodies resilience, ambition, and the relentless pursuit of success, resonating deeply with young dreamers striving to overcome life’s challenges. MSG…
31 Jan
Tears flowed freely in Ogbomoso, Oyo State, as Moses Are, popularly known as Baba Gbenro, was laid to rest. The 65-year-old gospel filmmaker and actor, who passed away in November 2024 after battling liver disease, was given a befitting farewell by loved ones, colleagues, and admirers. His burial, held amid solemn hymns and heartfelt prayers,…
28 Jan
Gospel singer Mercy Chinwo has made revelations about her former manager, accusing him of threatening her life and orchestrating false rumours about the paternity of her child. In a video posted on her Instagram page on Tuesday, the award-winning singer narrated her ordeal, alleging that the individual’s actions forced her to leave Lagos for…
5 Jan
Renowned Nigerian gospel minister and pastor, Nathaniel Bassey, has been invited to minister at the U.S. Presidential Inaugural Prayer Breakfast on January 20, 2025, in Washington, D.C. The non-political and faith-based event will be hosted by Reverend Merrie Turner ahead of President-elect Donald Trump and Vice President-elect JD Vance's swearing-in ceremony. The prayer breakfast, to…
18 Nov
For Minister Israel Onova, music isn’t just a passion—it’s a divine calling. Inspired by the soulful hymns of his childhood and the powerful influence of gospel icons like Ron Kenoly and Don Moen, he has spent years nurturing his faith and honing his craft. Now, with the release of his debut EP Manifest, Onova opens…
12 Oct
Watchers of the gospel throughout the church ages have found its appeal irresistible. Men and women worshipped in its beauty. But many went beyond, expressing the profound inspiration it breathed on them.
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