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  • Gospel singer, Nathaniel Bassey to spend time at KiriKiri: See why

    Gospel singer, Nathaniel Bassey to spend time at KiriKiri: See why

    Nathaniel Bassey, the Nigerian gospel singer, is set to perform at the Kirikiri Medium Security Prison in Lagos in celebration of his forthcoming birthday.

    According to the gospel singer via his Instagram page, the event titled “Kirikiri Edition” will be held on 27th August, his birth date and will also feature praise and worship, food distribution and scholarships for some inmates.

    “Later this month, 27th August 2025, I would be leading my brethren in the kiri medium prison in a Hallelujah challenge Praise and worship special session.

    This is my heart’s desire for my birthday. We’ll praise, eat together and afterwards give out some scholarships,” he wrote in an Instagram post.

    The gospel singer, however, added that due to security reasons, the outreach will not be streamed on social media.

    He continued: “The first ever Hallelujah challenge was in Acts 16:25‑26, When Paul and Silas prayed and sang praises to God. Though we may not stream this for security reasons, but you can pray along with us as we go.

    “We trust God for liberty of the spirit and massive harvests of souls in Jesus’ name. Meanwhile, are you ready for the October edition?”

  • How I tried to kill myself during 40-day fasting and prayer – Gospel Singer Chidima Ekile

    How I tried to kill myself during 40-day fasting and prayer – Gospel Singer Chidima Ekile

    Gospel singer, Chidinma Ekile, has recounted how the devil attempted to take her life during her 40-day prayer and fasting on a mountain.

    TheNewsGuru reports that the singer revealed that she went through a long period of prayer and fasting on a mountain. According to her, she spent 40 days in the wilderness, seeking direction from God, and encountered both divine presence and a disturbing moment that tested her faith.

    Ekile said she was seeking divine direction and guidance from God during her private moment with God in the bush.

    After returning from the U.S., Ekile said she was led to embark on this spiritual journey, where she faced intense spiritual battles and temptations from the enemy.

    She added that God performed a spiritual surgery on her, transforming her perspective on life and material possessions.

    Through this experience, Chidinma said she gained a deeper understanding of God’s love and mercy, feeling an overwhelming sense of peace and fulfilment that she had never known before.

    She explained, “I went to the mountain. I’m not Jesus, but I fasted and prayed for over forty days. I lost weight. The experience was something I never imagined. I came from America and went straight to the bush. I slept on one side till I finished. I cried, I sang, I prayed, and God came to me and spoke to me. It was so real. I never knew He loved me this much.

    “I’ve seen it all, and material things don’t move me anymore. God is looking for those who are not perfect or strong people.

    “While I was on the mountain, the enemy tried everything to take me before my time. It was more like I was in a theatre. God performed surgery on me, took some things and put in some. He broke me into shreds.

    “The enemy tried to take me out of there before my surgery was done. The devil took me to the top of the mountain, to the cliff at night, where everything was dark. And right there at the cliff, the devil asked me to jump. The voice was so strong. The enemy has seen what the Lord is about to do, and he said he needs to abort the mission now.

    “I was about to take the jump, and I noticed I was being barricaded, and I couldn’t jump. Something was just there, and I was crying, and somehow my spiritual mum came to get me out. I could have lost my life, but God had mercy.

    “He showered me with so much love, the way I have never known it. I feel so much peace inside of me, peace that I never had and cannot buy with money. I was doing all I had to do, but I wasn’t fulfilled. I needed to move, but I didn’t know how. But Jesus is King”.

  • JUSTICE AT LAST: Court sentences gospel singer Timilehin Ajayi to death for killing girlfriend

    JUSTICE AT LAST: Court sentences gospel singer Timilehin Ajayi to death for killing girlfriend

    The Nasarawa State High Court on Wednesday sentenced gospel singer Timilehin Ajayi to death by hanging over the gruesome killing of 24-year-old Salome Adaidu, a National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member.

    TheNewsGuru reports that Justice Simon Aboki delivered the verdict after finding Ajayi guilty of killing and dismembering the young corps member.

    Ajayi was convicted on a single count of culpable homocide, an offence under Section 221 of the Penal Code of Northern Nigerian, which carries the death penalty.

    Recall, Ajayi, was arrested on January 12 and stood on trial for murdering Adaidu after she visited him at his residence in the Papalana area of New Karshi, Karu Local Government Area, Nasarawa State.

    Adaidu served at Nicon Insurance in Abuja at the time of her death.

    Authorities apprehended Ajayi while he was allegedly attempting to dispose of Adaidu’s body, which had been dismembered.

    His actions had sparked widespread outrage and horror, especially given his status as a gospel musician.

     

     

  • I didn’t numb the pain – Dunsin Oyekan speaks on coping with wife’s death

    I didn’t numb the pain – Dunsin Oyekan speaks on coping with wife’s death

    Dunsin Oyekan, a Nigerian Gospel singer has taken to social media to open up about how he has coped with the loss of his wife Adedoyin, six years after her death.

    The 40-year-old via his verified Instagram on Sunday, shared a touching message to mark the anniversary. The prominent gospel singer reflected on his healing journey and how his faith kept him grounded.

    “Six years today!! God is good,” he wrote.

    “Most people wondered how I survived. I didn’t numb the pain, I channeled it!” he said.

    “I found closure in the Presence of God, understood from God’s perspective, accepted His sovereignty and found joy in His presence!

    “That’s the path of Life…

    “6 years after, with tears of joy, all I still have to say is GOD IS GOOD!”

    Adedoyin, wife of the Oyekan passed away on May 18, 2019, after a brief illness.

    The couple had two children together.

  • Five things you need to know about late gospel singer Big B

    Five things you need to know about late gospel singer Big B

    Popular Nigerian gospel singer, Bolaji Olarewaju, better known as Big B, died on Saturday, April 19th after a brief illness.

    The late singer’s family confirmed the sad news in an official statement released on Saturday.

    “It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Bolaji Olarewaju, affectionately known as “Big B,” a cherished father, husband, brother, and an esteemed figure in both the church community, an ordained Pastor in the RCCG and a giant in the music industry and our community. Bolaji left us on Easter Saturday, 19th April 2025, after a brief illness,” part of the statement read.

    In the wake of his passing, TheNewsGuru curates five things to know about the late singer:

    1. Big B was born in 1974.
    2. Big B was a gospel singer and radio host during his lifetime.
    3. He began his music career with the group J’apha.
    4. He was the convener of the annual gospel concert, Turn It Up.
    5.  He was an ordained pastor at The Redeem Christian Church OF God (RCCG).

  • PHOTOS: Gospel singer, Steven Crown ties the knot with partner in style

    PHOTOS: Gospel singer, Steven Crown ties the knot with partner in style

    Sensational gospel minister and songwriter Steve Crown has tied the knot traditionally with his partner, Ruth Thomas.

    The traditional wedding, which took place weeks after the singer announced his engagement via Instagram, was held today, April 19th.

    Recall the singer was captured placing a crown on his fiancee’s head as they both hold hands affectionately.

    The singer, who described the development as the beginning of his best days, also informed his followers that he had been taken and officially off the market.

    “Officially off the market, two hearts fused by God. A walk to forever and the beginning of my best days,” he said.

    In the photos that emerged on social media, the couple held a colorful ceremony at an undisclosed location, surrounded by family and friends.

     

     

     

     

  • How my mother stopped me from making biggest mistake of my career – Frank Edwards

    How my mother stopped me from making biggest mistake of my career – Frank Edwards

    Gospel singer Frank Edwards has taken to social media to share a remarkable story about his mother’s unwavering support and guidance throughout his career.

    In an Instagram post on Sunday, March 30th, the singer recounted how his mother’s wise counsel prevented him from signing a lucrative $320,000 deal with a group that sought full ownership of his music catalogue.

    The 35-year-old noted that contract, worth approximately N492 million, would have compromised his artistic control and potentially altered the trajectory of his career.

    However, his mother’s intuitive sense of discernment, saved him from a potential sacrifice of his creative freedom and his passion.

    He further expressed his gratitude for his mother’s intervention, stating that he is happy she stopped him from closing the deal

    Celebrating his mother, he wrote: “The very first time in my life years ago I was to close $320,000 deal from a group that wanted to almost own my entire catalogue. You said NO! And I quote you, ‘The 150,000 naira I gave you to start that studio is bigger than that money, just give it time. They are not of God.’ In fact, you took my international passport away from me just to ensure I don’t travel to close that deal, and I was laughing because I didn’t need to travel to close it but then I listened to you. After you said that, I was thinking, ‘How is 150,000 Naira bigger than $320,000?’”

  • Gospel singer, Ajayi pleads not guilty to killing girlfriend, Salome Adaidu

    Gospel singer, Ajayi pleads not guilty to killing girlfriend, Salome Adaidu

    Gospel singer, Timileyin Ajayi has pleaded not guilty to beheading his ‘girlfriend’ Salome Eleojo Adaidu, a 24-year-old National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member.

    TheNewsGuru reports that Ajayi, who prides himself as multi-talented gospel singer, was arraigned at the high court of justice in Lafia, Nasarawa, shortly after he was apprehended on Sunday, Jan. 12.

    The 32-year-old was charged with one count of culpable homicide punishable by death, contrary to Section 221 of the Penal Code of Northern Nigeria.

    However, upon his arraignment before Justice Simon Aboki, the suspect pleaded not guilty to the allegation.

    Recall the suspect had stated that he did not plan to kill Adaidu, but that he carried out the act because they do not have time for each other.

    He also added that she had asked him for N3k and he told her didn’t have.

    “I didn’t plan to kill her. She is always cheating, she hides most things from me. I discovered she was cheating when I saw her phone, so I got angry seeing her chat with other guys, and that’s why I killed her,” he said.

    “I do not have any regrets. I do not regret my actions because life is reciprocal. I caught her cheating on me. I told her about it but she denied it until I showed her the chat.

    “She admitted and apologised. So, she went to the bathroom, she started some things and I couldn’t take it lightly. I went to the room, took a knife, I held her neck and I did what I had to do.

    “I was not caught, I surrendered myself. If I did not want anybody to catch me, I would have done that; it is very simple. It is not a big thing to pay, I’m ready to face the wrath of the law.”

  • Please forgive my son – Father of gospel singer who beheaded girlfriend, begs

    Please forgive my son – Father of gospel singer who beheaded girlfriend, begs

    The father of gospel singer, Timileyin Ajayi who beheaded his ‘girlfriend’ Salome Eleojo Adaidu, has pleaded for his son’s release.

    TheNewsGuru reports that Ajayi, who prides himself as multi-talented gospel singer, was apprehended on Sunday, Jan. 12, near a church in Orozo, a border area between Nasarawa State and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).

    It would be recalled that Ajayi was trying to dispose the head of the deceased after killing her and dismembering her body parts when she visited him at his house.

    Speaking to Channels Television, Ajayi’s father pleaded with the government for mercy. “I want the government to help me so that the matter is settled. I want them to help me beg so that he is released,” he said.

    However, Ajayi’s mother took a different stance, expressing her willingness to leave the matter to the authorities.

    “If it was one of my daughters they did that to, how would I feel?” she asked. “So government can do anything they want to do. Everything is in their hands.”

  • What my daughter told me hours before she was beheaded – Mother of lady killed by gospel singer breaks silence

    What my daughter told me hours before she was beheaded – Mother of lady killed by gospel singer breaks silence

    Ojomachenwu Adaidu, the mother of Salome Adaidu, the lady who was beheaded by gospel singer, Oluwatimileyin Ajayi has recounted her last moment with her daughter before the unfortunate incident.

    TheNewsGuru earlier reported that the suspect Timileyin Ajayi, who prides himself as multi-talented gospel singer, was apprehended with a black nylon, containing the deceased’s head on Sunday, Jan. 12, near a church in Orozo, a border area between Nasarawa State and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).

    The 24-year-old National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member who was serving with Nicon Insurance in Abuja was said to have visited Ajayi on Saturday at his residence in Papalana, New Karshi in Karu Local Government Area of Nasarawa State shortly after speaking with her mother.

    Speaking recently with BBC Pidgin, mother of the deceased said: “I called her on Saturday and asked where she was. She told me she was washing clothes. I then asked if she was washing the clothes alone. She said yes and added that the firstborn child was in the living room cleaning it.

    “She also told me that once she finished, she planned to go to the place where she does her NYSC training. Maybe it was from that training that this incident happened because the bag she took to the training was the same one the police brought, which I saw on Monday.”

    The grieving mother demanded justice for her daughter.

    “Maybe on her way to the place, she entered a ‘one-chance’ (a kind of scam often involving public transport), or someone used medicine (voodoo) on her because she doesn’t have friends like that. I want justice for my child,” she said.