Sammie Okposo: Celebrities Pay Tribute At The Last Singer Praise Party

On Tuesday, December 13, a Praise Party and Tribute Night was held at La Madison Place in Oniru, Lagos in honor of the late Gospel artist Sammie Okposo.

The celebration was part of a gathering organized to say goodbye to the singer who passed away on November 25th.

The singer’s wife, Ozioma, broke down in tears when a video edit showing beautiful and funny moments with her late husband, her daughter, and her was played in front of an audience.

Celebrities such as AY Comedian, Ali Baba, Charles Inojie, Seguin Arinze and Desmond Elliot were in attendance to deliver tributes. A few minutes were reserved for tributes from all over the world, especially those who the artist had made a big impact on.

Singers such as Tope Alabi and Timi Dakolo paid tribute to the late artist who had a great influence on the scene of Nigerian gospel music, and delivered moving performances that brought the audience to tears.

US-based producer Kevin Bond actually said it was through Sammie that he first came to Nigeria. He also said he and his family were big fans of the late singer. said.

“My family here knows his music. Listen, we lost something big,” he said.

Prominent US gospel artist Byron Her Cage also thanked God for crossing paths with the singer.

He said, “We got a chance to travel through Africa and Europe, till we meet again, my brother. And thank God our paths crossed.”

Other gospel artists in the US, like Jonathan Nelson and Phil Thompson, also blessed the memories they shared with the late singer.

Leading Nigerian gospel artist Sinach, after reading a Bible verse to the audience, also gave her remarks about Okposo while urging the family to stay strong.

“I want to say that God is faithful, no matter what.” “Sammie was amazing for our family; we love you, Ozy,” Sinach said.

Okposo was born on May 30, 1971. He was an international Nigerian gospel artist, music producer, Psalmist, and CEO of Zamar Entertainment.