Top 4 Gospel SAXOPHONIST In Nigeria 2023

In Nigeria, there are lots of gospel saxophonist however, we will share with you the top four of them in this section.
As everyone is aware, the saxophone is one of those instruments that has been utilised extensively over the world.

Saxophonists are quite many in Nigeria’s secular music industry, thus the gospel sector has taken over.
As a Christian, one thing you can do in this life is use what you have to serve God, and you’ll see where the Lord leads you.
Who are the well-known players and users of this saxophone?
Additionally, we have has compiled details about the top gospel saxophonists you should be aware of, and we are sharing those details with you below.

BEEJAY SAX

Beejay Sax is a well-known name,in the gospel music industry and for those who are unfamiliar with him, let me first explain that his real name is Abolaji David Banjoko. He was born on September 30th, however the year of his birth is unknown. He is an Ogun State, Nigerian native of Ojebu.
Beejay Sax attended Caleb International College before graduating from Olabisi Onabanjo University with a degree in mechanical engineering.
He entered the gospel music industry full time by using his talent to glorify God because of his strong Christian ideals.
Although he began at a very young age, doing so gave him the confidence to stand on stage and share the gospel of Christ with audiences while playing his saxophone.
Beejay sax preaching

However, Beejay Sax is best renowned for his live performances, which are dubbed “BEEJAY SAX LIVE” and draw sizable crowds.
Therefore, there is no disputing the fact that Beejay Sax is one of Nigeria’s best gospel saxophonists.
Additionally, beejay sax collaborated with the hallelujah records team to create majority of the songs on his “marvellous God” album, which is titled “jumping up.”
He has composed songs such as “Glory” and “My Worship Medley,” which he released, includes “Who Is There Like You,” “Ope Loye O,” “Hossana in the Highest,” “My Soul Doth Magnify the Lord,” and “O Seen Baba.”

You should be aware that Beejay Sax is married to his longtime partner, professional artist Modupeoluwa. The couple was hitched in 2017.
He has been nominated for the city people music award for jazz musician of the year since he is such a talented and humble saxophonist. and especially the ministry at the experience Lagos.

MIKE AREMU

Without include this enthusiastic saxophonist who has been working for God, the list of the finest gospel saxophinist musicians in Nigeria would be incomplete.
Mike Aremu began playing an instrument in his local Niger state church when he was 8 years old.
He is mostly an afro jazz musician that gets inspiration from traditional vibes.
Mike, who has been in the business for 20 years, reportedly began with the record label Kenneis Music, with whom he signed a deal and stayed for four years before leaving.

However, Mike Aremu will commemorate his 20th year with a musical event in 2019, and he has invited notable gospel artists like Tim Godfrey, Tope Alabi, and others.
He has been nominated for numerous prizes and has won some as a result of his willingness to use his talent to serve God, including the African Gospel Music Award, the AMEN award for best instrumental album of the year, and the Today’s Gospel Music Award for best Gospel music video of the year.

Nevertheless, he issued two albums in 1999 and 2002 while under contract. More so, he has added three further albums to the list, including Unveiled in 2005, Coat of Many Colours in 2013, and Sound of the Spirit (SOS) in 2020.
Live sermon by Mike Aremu
Along with numerous other awards that we won’t list here, he also received the Crystal Award in 2014 for finest instrument use.

For your information, he also participated in The Experience Lagos concert in 2018, which included one of the largest concerts ever with over 500,000 people singing praises to God. His ministry was extremely strong with the might of God.
Even though it wasn’t his first time, he has performed on the experience in 2006, 2009, and 2010 and returned in 2018, which was absolutely fantastic.

Additionally, Mike Aremu married his longtime love, Omolara, an English teacher of deaf children, in 2011.

KUNLE AJAYI

Top 4 Gospel SAXOPHONIST In Nigeria 2023 kunle ajayi 3

Pastor Kunle Samuel Ajayi, also known as Kunle Ajayi, is first on our list. He is a member of the redeemed Christian Church of God and was born on June 16, 1954.
One of Nigeria’s best gospel saxophonists is Kunle Ajayi. He attended the Royal College of Music in London and graduated with a certificate in music, which marked the beginning of his musical adventure.
Although Kunle Ajayi joined the Redeemed Christian Church of God in 1991, the same year he received his ordination, he didn’t officially become a pastor until 1997.
Ajayi Kunle
Nevertheless, kunle Ajayi is the music director of the redeemed Christian Church of God in Nigeria in addition to being a songwriter, singer, televangelist, and gospel saxophone.
Lord I Lift Your Name on High, wonderful, and Worship Medley are a few of his wonderful songs.To top it off, Kunle used to perform before Daddy Adeboye entered the scene and began to preach. He is such a modest person.

SEUNZZY SAX

Seunzzy Sax or Seunzzy for short is a saxophonist per excellence. For those that are not familiar with him his birth name is Oyeniyi Micheal Oluwaseun born 31 January 1993, He hails from Ogun State, Nigeria.
He is a graduate from The University of Lagos (UNILAG). His rich Christian background groomed him to a become a fine Christian. Going to Churches and Christian Concerts he fell in love with people playing the Musical Instruments especially the Saxophone.
He started his gospel musical career at age 16 his passion and drive backed with the support of his parents relocated to Israel where his career blossomed releasing well received songs like “You own my life ft Beejay sax” and “Yahweh”. Making him one of the top gospel saxophonists in Nigeria.
Known for his generosity, humility and talent he has earned a lot of music nominations and won best gospel musician in Israel (2020).

Article Summited By: Sunny Idiah of Iwonpopular Digital