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Nigerian Celebrities Who Turned Born Again Christians
Ever wonder why some celebrities after all the glitz and glamour, wake up one day and decide to become very religious; some even pastors and evangelists? One now begins to wonder what the motives are: Are they scared of the repercaution of their past deeds? Recovering from a new death experience?, Fading away from the limelight which probably led to the decision to hold onto God as the last resort or does it come with age?
As they say “Nobody holy pass” as such it is very okay for everyone who feels it’s time to slow down on their flamboyant lifestyle and actually become a very religious person. I don’t think it comes with status as you can be a celebrity and be a very religious person, it’s your decision.
So when some of your favourite celebrities who are living the ‘Lau-Lau’ lifestyle decide to say “I am done with this lifestyle and it is time for me to find my way back to God”, it is usually received with mixed reactions. However, check out some of these celebrities who became born again Christians:
Chris Okotie: The fine young lawyer turned pop singer began to make moves in the Nigerian music industry in the’80. He was the toast of all the clubs and shows across the country. Chris Okotie is credited with some of the most beautiful love songs till date.
For some youths of that era who have become grandparents today, they still find it weird that he gave his life to Christ and became preacher and evangelist. Chris Okotie was the golden boy (you know how we feel about 2face and Wizkid right now) who was idolized by many and ladies especially loved him. Well today, he has one of the biggest churches in Lagos and has gone on to author over 15 books and even contested for the sant of the Nigeria president a couple of times.
Sonny Okosun
We also can’t forget Sonny Oksun, the “Ozziddi” king who had some really amazing romantic songs in the 80s and was also a known freedom fighter, but went on to become an evangelist. His case was even more special as till date some of his gospel songs have become the mainstream anthem with a lot of churches.
Eucharia Anunobi
Well today Eucharia Anunobi is ordained minister of the gospel with different awards and certificates to back it up. For everyone who grew up in the 90s, the mention of Eucharia Anunobi and Clarion Chukwura, glitz and glamour readily comes to mind. She didn’t just play those roles well we all felt that she was actually a glamour girl (no thanks to the famous Nollywood movie titled glamour girls).
Eucharia Anunobi starred in virtually every movie that revealed the vivacious lifestyle of the young women of her time, she didn’t just play those roles well, we all felt she was actually a glamour girl.
Clarion Chukwura
She only recently announced her new found love for Christ with a photo which looked like that of a really dedicated woman of the gospel.
Hence when Clarion Chukwura who has a similar, but longer career than Eucharia announced her new found love for Christ with a photo, it didn’t come as a surprise. In the picture shared on her instagram page, the super actress looked like one who is really a dedicated woman of the gospel.
Charly Boy
When Charlie Boy revealed that he had given his life to Christ, that was big mews, yes guys, Charlie Boy of the’80s and ‘90s (the dude with the scariest and weirdest dress style I have ever seen) giving his life to Christ was a big deal. Everyone wanted to find what brought about his decision, but like they say in Christendom, his soul was arrested and he found his way to the church.
Yul Edochie
Most recently, Yul Edochie survived what would have been the most terrible news of 2019 after a ghastly car accident. Fortunately he made it with a few bruises. Alas’ Yul announced that he has given his life to Christ. Let’s be sincere with our selves, who wouldn’t pack their load to the church and stay there for a while after that accident.
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.’
