I Got Yam, Chicken as Payment for Performances – Gospel singer Tim Godfrey.

Nigerian gospel singer Tim Godfrey has lamented the poor treatment of gospel artistes in Nigeria, revealing he once received bars of yam and a live chicken as payment for his performances.

In a viral video on Thursday, Godfrey expressed frustration over the unfair treatment of gospel singers, saying returning to Nigeria became difficult because event organisers and audiences often undervalue their efforts.

He said, “Coming to Nigeria became difficult because of how artists are being treated so badly. All of those stories of ‘why are they charging,’ ‘why are they collecting money,’ ‘why are they doing this,’ it got me so mad. I have collected two bars of yam as honorarium. I have collected a full, alive, living, walking, breathing chicken as honorarium. And that is what I’m going to use to pay school fees, pay house rent, buy property… No! That is so unfair.”

Robbers Invade Home Of Nigerian Gospel Singer, Cart Away Valuables.

Gospel Singer, Femi Solar, has revealed that his home was raided by armed robbers on Friday night.

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Naija News reports that the attack led to the loss of several personal belongings, including phones, gadgets, wristwatches, jewellery, foreign currency, and other valuables.

The 41-year-old Apala gospel musician, who shared details of the incident on Instagram, urged people not to respond to calls or messages that may come from his stolen devices.

He explained that he can only be reached on a temporary line until the issue is resolved.

Solar, best known for songs such as Emi Ni and Oniduro Mi, assured fans that he and his family were safe after the incident.

However, he did not reveal where the robbery took place or if security authorities had been notified.

He wrote: “PLS DO NOT RESPOND TO ANY STRANGE CALLS OR MESSAGES IN MY NAME. My House Was Robbed Overnight. And The Robbery Claimed My Phones, All Gadgets available, My Golds, Money (Hard Currency) Wrist Watches & Other Things Available!

Nathaniel Bassey To Spend Time at KiriKiri: Here’s 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.

Saxophonist and renowned gospel artiste, Nathaniel Bassey
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.

According to the gospel singer, the outreach will not be streamed due to security reasons.

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?”

Nathaniel Bassey is a pastor, trumpeter, and songwriter popularly known for his songs ‘Imela’, ‘Onise Iyanu’, and ‘Olowogbogboro’.

He has established himself as one of the prominent gospel ministers in Nigeria.

POPULAR NIGERIAN GOSPEL SINGER IS DEAD.

Popular gospel singer Israel Terhemba Ikyereve, known by his stage name New Jerusalem, is dead.
He passed away at the age of 53.

News of his death has sparked widespread mourning across Benue State, particularly within the Christian community, where he was revered for transforming Tiv Swange music into a powerful medium for spreading the gospel.

Former Governor of Benue State, Chief Samuel Ortom, led tributes to the late gospel icon during a condolence visit to his residence in Makurdi. Accompanied by members of the Brethren Prayer Group, Ortom described Ikyereve as a devoted Christian whose music resonated far beyond Nigeria’s borders.

“His songs touched my heart as a lover of Christ,” Ortom said. “That attraction led me to seek a personal relationship with him, which began a lasting bond with his family.”

The former governor recounted witnessing the late singer’s music featured in an international programme in Australia, where a Tiv man was teaching music while New Jerusalem’s songs played in the background.

According to Ortom, this was a clear testament to the global impact of Ikyereve’s gospel ministry.

He offered prayers for the bereaved family and pledged his continued support to them and the New Jerusalem Gospel Music Troupe, promising not to abandon them after the burial.

Speaking on behalf of the family, Hon. Iorshagher Ikyereve, the elder brother of the deceased, expressed heartfelt gratitude to Ortom for his unwavering support throughout the late singer’s illness and beyond.

He also disclosed that one of Israel’s sons was named “Ortom” in honour of the former governor’s compassionate involvement in their lives.

Prayers were also led by Rev. Pastor Tor Ujah and Dr Joseph Antyo, both leaders of the Brethren Prayer Group.

The late gospel artist is survived by his wife, fellow gospel singer Deborah Msendoo Ikyereve, four children, and several relatives.

His burial is scheduled for Saturday, July 5, 2025, at Sati Agirigi, Mbamo, Shitile, in Katsina-Ala Local Government Area of Benue State.