These are some of the top gospel artists in Nigeria.
When it comes to talent, Nigeria’s gospel sector definitely cannot be found wanting. These amazing musicians have demonstrated their abilities through songwriting, singing and live performances.
Below is a list of some of the top gospel artists in Nigeria.
Sinach
Born Osinachi Kalu Okoro Egbu, Sinach is one of the most well-known female gospel singers in Nigeria. She was a worship leader at Loveworld up until 2021. Sinach came into the spotlight after her debut ‘I know who I am’ gained massive reactions in Nigeria and beyond. The song even featured in Nightclubs.
Sinach is the first singer-songwriter to top the Christian songwriter chart for twelve weeks in a row.
Some of her most popular songs include
- Way Maker
- Done It Again
- The Name of Jesus
- From Glory to Glory
- I Stand Amazed
- Worthy is the Lamb
Mercy Chinwo
This multiple award-winning singer and songwriter came to the light after she won the second season of the 2012 Nigerian Idol competition.
Mercy Chinwo released her very first album titled Testimony in 2015. This album was produced by Rotimi Keys. Thereafter she went on to release several other songs. In 2020, Mercy Chinwo won the Gospel Artist of the year at the AFRIMMA Awards.
Below is a list of some of Mercy Chinwo’s songs:
- Testimony
- Na you dey reign
- Obinasom
- Igwe
- Chinedum
- Excess love
- No more pain
Frank Edwards
Frank Ugochukwu Edwards is a Nigerian singer and songwriter and recording artist. He is considered one of the top gospel artists in Nigeria. He is the founder of a record label named Rocktown Records which is home to other artists including King Bas, Nkay, David, Micah and several others.
Frank Edwards plays several instruments including the piano, guitar and drums.
Some of Frank Edwards’s hit songs include;
- Chioma
- You too dey bless me
- Okaka
- HallelujahNathaniel Bassey
Nathaniel Bassey
Nathaniel Bassey is a gospel music minister from Akwa Ibom State based in Lagos, Nigeria.
Asides from being a recording Artist, trumpet player and singer/songwriter, he also serves as Youth Pastor of The Oasis – the Youth Church of The Redeemed Christian Church of God, The King’s Court Parish, Victoria Island, Lagos.
Before getting into full-time music ministry, Nathaniel was band leader of the Steve Rhodes Jazz orchestra, a member of the Spectrum 4 jazz quintet, and many other musical bands and affiliations.
Nathaniel Bassey who is one of the top gospel artists in Nigeria, is very skilled with the trumpet.
Some of his notable songs include;
- Yeshua Hamashiach
- Adonai
- Imela
- Onise Iyanu
- So good
- Alagbada Ina
Tim Godfrey
Tim began singing professionally in 2003. Asides from being a singer and a songwriter, he also works as a music teacher, producer and director.
Tim is also the convener of the annual Fearless Gospel Concert which has hosted numerous international artists like Travis Greene, Kirk Franklin and many others.
Some of his popular songs include;
- Nara
- Agidigba
- Omemma
- Victory
- Miracles Everywhere
