Oluwadunsin Oyekan

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Dunsin Oyekan
Dunsin Oyekan
Born
Ilorin, Nigeria
NationalityNigerian
Other namesThe Eagle
Alma materUniversity of Ilorin
OccupationGospel musician
Known forThe Outpouring
Parent
  • Gbadebo Oyekan (father)
Websitedunsinoyekan.com

Dunsin Oyekan is a Nigerian Gospel singer and minister. He is known for his songs such as Fragrance to Fire, Yah, Worthy of My praise and so on.[1][2][3][4][5][6][7]

Music career[edit]

Dunsin joined his father-led music group "Spiritual Singers" and played guitar in the group.[8] He got a call into full ministry in 2014.[9][7]

He is the convener of Code Red Worship which is the arm that convenes The Outpouring[10][11] and Upper Room.[12]

Discography[edit]

Albums

• Code Red (2016)[7]

  • Kingdom Now (2019)[13]
  • The Gospel of the Kingdom (2021)[14]
  • The Great Commission (2024).[15][16]

Awards and recognitions[edit]

Year Award Category Result Reference
2024 Clima Awards African Gospel Artiste of the year Nominated [17]
2022 The Headies Best Inspirational Single Nominated [18][19]
2021 3Music Awards African Act of the year Nominated [20]
2020 Gospel Touch Music Award African Artiste of the year Nominated [21]

References[edit]

  1. ^ "Gospel singer, Dunsin Oyekan survives car accident". Sunrise News. 2022-09-04. Retrieved 2024-05-25.
  2. ^ "Dunsin Oyekan: Fans react as singer survives accident". Punch Newspapers. Retrieved 2024-05-26.
  3. ^ Adebayo, Tireni (2024-03-27). "Dunsin Oyekan secretly engages lover, set to remarry". Kemi Filani News. Retrieved 2024-05-26.
  4. ^ Chigbo, Henry (2024-04-02). "I don't charge to perform but the Lord blesses me - Gospel artiste, Dunsin Oyekan (Video)". CorrectNG. Retrieved 2024-05-25.
  5. ^ DailyTrend (2022-01-10). "Deeper Life Founder, Pastor Kumuyi Adopts Dunsin Oyekan as "Kingdom Son" –". dailytrend.com.ng. Retrieved 2024-05-26.
  6. ^ Omidiji, Rachael (2024-04-01). "VIDEO: Gospel Singer, Dunsin Oyekan reveals how to get high on the Holy Ghost". Tribune Online. Retrieved 2024-05-26.
  7. ^ a b c Nigeria, Guardian (2023-09-04). "From music director to global revivalist - Minister Dunsin Oyekan takes The Outpouring to Canada". The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News. Retrieved 2024-05-25.
  8. ^ "Dunsin Oyekan: The Worshipper and Song Writer – THISDAYLIVE". www.thisdaylive.com. Retrieved 2024-05-26.
  9. ^ Sseruyigo, Aaron (2024-02-16). "Nigerian Gospel star Dunsin Oyekan coming to Uganda". Breaking news on Christianity in Uganda and World. Retrieved 2024-05-25.
  10. ^ Ernest, Blessing (2023-09-01). "Dunsin Oyekan's The Outpouring Canada 2023 Worship/Prayer Concert". African Leadership Magazine. Retrieved 2024-05-25.
  11. ^ "Gospel Singer, Oyekan, Hosts Revival Crusade". Independent Nigeria. Retrieved 2024-05-26.
  12. ^ Karina, Naomi (2024-04-04). "Who is Dunsin Oyekan's new wife? His family life and what happened to his wife". Legit.ng - Nigeria news. Retrieved 2024-05-25.
  13. ^ "Dunsin Oyekan Archives". pmnewsnigeria.com.
  14. ^ OJUOKAIYE, OLAMIDE (2023-12-08). "Donnie Mc Clurkin, Nathaniel Bassey, Sinach, Dunsin Oyekan, Others Set To Perform At Experience 2023 Concert". Retrieved 2024-05-26.
  15. ^ Abimbola, Oluwakemi (2022-09-03). "Gospel singer, Dunsin Oyekan, survives car accident". Punch Newspapers. Retrieved 2024-05-25.
  16. ^ "Nigeria Apple Music Top 100 Christian & Gospel Songs". www.top-charts.com. Retrieved 2024-05-26.
  17. ^ "CLIMA AWARD AFRICA 2024 EDITION NOMINEES – GMFGTV". Retrieved 2024-05-28.
  18. ^ Badejoko, Michael (2022-09-05). "Checkout full list of winners at the Headies 2022". YabaLeftOnline. Retrieved 2024-05-28.
  19. ^ Madaki, Rishama (2022-07-06). "The 2022 Headies Nominations are In! Join the movement". Soot Africa: SootAfrica.com. Retrieved 2024-05-28.
  20. ^ "3Music Awards 2021: Full list of winners - MyJoyOnline". www.myjoyonline.com. 2021-03-27. Retrieved 2024-05-28.
  21. ^ "Nominees | Gospel Touch Music Awards". gtmusicawards.com.