About Nigerian gospel
Nigerian gospel is a music genre. It is usually classed as a form of gospel music and music of Nigeria.
From Wikipedia
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 Paul, Onyeka Onwenu, Tope Alabi, and Kefee were notable. Also, in the early 1970s and 1980s Arch Bishop Benson Idahosa's choir, The Christian Redeemed Voices were known for their gospel sound. Idahosa would purchase instruments for the choir.
A number of gospel artists have released notable albums such as TY Bello and Samsong among others. In 2012, el Mafrex was nominated for the 2012 MOBO Awards.
Genre family tree
Parent genres (↑) and subgenres (↓) of Nigerian gospel.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Nigerian gospel?
Nigerian gospel is a music genre. It is usually classed as a form of gospel music and music of Nigeria.