The Nigerian Gospel Music industry or Ministry as they choose to call it continues to grow yearly. Worship songs that were raised in local churches have found it's way to a larger community of believers around the world.
Sinach's song, Way Maker, for example, has been performed in over 20 countries worldwide, while Mercy Chinwo, Nathaniel Bassey, Tim Godfrey, Frank Edwards, Eben and a host of others teamed up with top gospel musician worldwide to sing about the greatness of God in worship and praises. Some of these artistes introduced Nigerian native worship songs to their foreign counterparts who sings in the language like they were born with the language already embedded in their own tongues (Amazing).
As the established musicians continue to preach Christ to the world through different styles and methods, the up and coming musicians are not left behind. Some of them have in turn sings great songs that will surely bless listeners. At BelieversCompanion, we appreciate every effort as we strongly believe that gospel music comes with its own unique message. Our Top Ten countdown for each month are rated based on the number of downloads recorded on our platform and nothing more.
If you are ready, below is BelieversCompanion Top Ten Nigerian Gospel Music for January 2020.
10. Frank Edwards - Believers Anthem
Renowned gospel singer, Frank Edwards kicks off the year with this song which he titled “Believers Anthem“.
Just as the title portrays, it is definitely an anthem for believers. The groovy joint serves as a medium for thanking God for his unending goodness, kindness and love.
9. Dare David - Gratitude
The best way to start a year and even a day is by giving thanks to the one who counted you worthy to be a part of His plan. With a thankful heart, Dare David sings a song of praise titled Gratitude. The song, Gratitude is a song of thanksgiving to God for all the wonderful things He has done in the years past and the new ones to come.
8. Oyinkansola ft Mike Abdul - Te'Pa
Folk-Pop and Waka Fuji artist Oyinkansola demonstrated the authority we have in God with a powerful song of victory titled Te'Pa featuring Fuji-maestro & Spaghetti Records head honcho Mike Abdul.
Te’Pa is a Yoruba phrase which means to “Trample on (Satan)”, the song is a proclamation of our true identity and victory in Christ.
7. PeteRock ft Koinonia - I Carry You
If you carry God in you, there is nothing that will be too big or too hard for you to achieve. This is the message Pastor PeteRock Sadiq and the dynamic worship team, KOiNONiA preaches with the song, I Carry You.
6. De-Apostle ft Charles Bob x Favour Amanze - All The Way
All The Way is a song of dedication and total dependence on God's faithful leading featuring the amazing vocals of Charles Bob and Favour Amanze.
5. Dee Doris - No Bi Counterfeit
Dee Doris's song of thanksgiving, No Bi Counterfeit will definitely leave you with a heart filled with thanksgiving.
4. Michael Bentil ft Nana Amoah - Atobiju (Most High)
Atobiju (Most High) is a song describes the immeasurable nature of God and how words fail to fully describe God’s awesomeness. This masterpiece was immensely inspired by the help of the Holy Spirit, written and lead vocal by Michael Bentil, live- recorded, arranged and well produced by Jerbette Productions in Accra, Ghana. The song also features Nana Amoah, a young and rising gospel musician in Ghana.
3. Confidence - Beyond Expectation
The song, Beyond Expectations speaks about the goodness of God, His faithfulness and blessings beyond expectations.
According to Confidence Eze, the song, “Beyond Expectations” is a song with a promise to keep you elated, transformed in expectation for greater blessings, miracles and open doors.
2. Monique - Secret Place
Worship is sometimes personal. This is what Monique expresses in the song titled Secret Place. The song, “Secret Place”, is a song that speaks of personal worship to God, a lifestyle that can not be delegated.
1. Dunsin Oyekan - Most High
Dunsin Oyekan's comment about the song is all you need. He said:
"This song literally brings me to tears… I prophesied as I’m commanded, JESUS is exalted over every nation of the earth!” “The Year of the LORD. I see JESUS lifted up like a banner in the sky in every nation…. I HAVE SEEN THE FUTURE! I CAN SEE THE WHOLE WORLD WORSHIPPING JESUS"