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Behold, Dbanj, Chidinma, Four Other Celebrities Who Have Become Born Again
Being a secular celebrity requires most personalities to embrace the clubbing and fast life. However, some get to a point where that kind of life becomes tough for them and have made a decision to follow Christ and crossed over to the gospel industry to do ministry work.
A number of talented individuals saw their transformation from ordinary to extraordinary after they gained celebrity status. But some have walked away from that life to focus on Ministry. Some Nigerian celebs decided to focus on their relationship with God. These are the Nigerian top music personalities who announced that they had given their lives to Christ.
Obiwon Obiora
Popular Nigerian singer, Obiwon, decided to abandon secular music for the gospel in 2008.
This was after he had churned hit songs like Onyinye and Obi’mu’o. He graduated from the RCCG Bible School. He took to social media to share the good news with fans.
Chidinma Ekile
In May, 2021, talented Nigerian singer, Chidinma, announced that she had quit secular music and was now a Minister of Christ. Not stopping there, she also made sure her social media profile reflected the change. Julius Agwu
Top Nigerian comedian, Julius Agwu, gave his life to Christ after he survived a near-death experience.
The funny man battled brain cancer.
Patience Ozokwor This popular veteran actress that is also sometimes called Mama G might have been known for her role as a wicked mother-in-law in movies but that was a long time ago.
The movie star’s life has now taken a turn around as she propagates the gospel with her lifestyle. She even went viral on social media by sharing her views on Christianity and saying weaves are dedicated to shrines. Eucharia Anunobi
In addition to being an actress, Eucharia Anunobi also gained prominence for being a pastor.
Dbanj
Popular Nigerian singer, Dbanj, recently declared at a Christian concert in Abuja that he was born again. He shared the story of how God restored him after he lost his son.
Popular businessman and socialite, Pascal Okechukwu, aka Cubana Chief Priest, has said that his relationship with singer Davido is beyond money and gossip.
He stated this in a recent interview with BBC Igbo.
“Davido is my friend. He is my in-law; he married Chioma who is from Imo State where I hail from.
“So the relationship I have with Davido is beyond money and gossip,” he said.
DAILY POST reports that Chief Priest disclosed via his Instagram page that his outfit for the wedding of the singer, Davido and his wife, Chioma, in Lagos on Tuesday cost seven million Naira.
The socialite recently appreciated Davido for not “discarding” Chioma.
He stated that the DMW boss has made Imo State proud by choosing to marry from the state.
Nigerian singer Simisola Kosoko, popularly known as Simi, has lent her voice to the ongoing anti-tax hike protests in Kenya.
The Tide’s source reports that Kenyan youths are marching against tax hike in widespread demonstrations tagged ‘RejectFinanceBill2024.’
Five people were shot dead and dozens wounded after police clashed with protesters who stormed the parliament building in Nairobi on Tuesday, according to Amnesty Kenya.
Reacting via her X handle on Tuesday night, Simi declared her support for the demonstrators.
She stated that “it is both powerful and heartbreaking for a people to have to fight and die for freedoms and rights.”
The singer wrote, “I stand with the people of Kenya. It is both powerful and heartbreaking for a people to have to fight and die for freedoms and rights. Godspeed and Strength. [Hash tag] RejectFinanceBill2024.”
In a series of other posts, she wrote: “Wow. When you’ve had enough, the fight is almost inevitable.
“African leaders- have not you done enough?
“I can’t wait for the day Africa is not a weapon fashioned against Africans. All of this amazing Black power and human resource, but the majority are not likely to thrive unless they run.”
Famous Nigerian Afrobeat singer, Davido was spotted among other top artistes at Asake’s ‘Lungu Boy’ tour concert in Atlanta, Georgia.
Asake’s performance at his sold-out show at the 17,000-capacity State Farm Arena in Atlanta began on August 16, 2024, and is set to run for 10 days.
In a trending video on social media, Davido appeared backstage with American rapper Quavo to support Asake during the live performance.
Other musicians in attendance included Nigerian hitmaker Zlatan and American rapper Russ Millions.
The Tide’s source reports that Asake’s ‘Lungu Boy’ tour is set to cover six U.S. cities, where he will headline notable venues including Madison Square Garden in New York, the Toyota Center in Houston, and the State Farm Arena in Atlanta.
Asake’s tour comes just days after the release of his latest hit, ‘Lungu Boy,’ which features several superstars, including Wizkid, British rappers Central Cee and Stormzy, Travis Scott and Brazilian singer Ludmilla.
‘Lungu Boy’ set a new record for the biggest opening week on Spotify Nigeria, garnering 18.9 million streams in its opening week and breaking the previous record of 14.4 million streams held by Davido’s ‘Timeless.’
