Sammie Okposo's family announce burial plans
The family of famous gospel singer Sammie Okposo have announced the late artist's burial plans.
The "Welu Welu" crooner passed away on November 25.
The cause of his death remains unknown.
He was 51.
A statement signed by family representative Hector Okposo confirmed that the 51-year-old singer "slept and went to join the Lord.*
According to funeral arrangements announced by the late singer's family, the 'Sammie Okposo (Farewell) Praise Party' (S.O.P.P.) will take place on December 13.
Scheduled to take place at La Madison Place, Oniru, Lagos, at 5:00 p.m., the party will take the form of an industry tribute night.
The late singer's last post was a throwback to his show, the "Sammie Okposo PraiseParty", which was held on November 4.
On 14th December there will be a carol service at House on the Rock Cathedral, Lekki, Lagos at 6pm
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Private interment will follow on December 15.
The week-long funeral ceremony will conclude on Sunday, December 18 with an exit service at Logic Church, Lekki, Lagos.
In a statement, the family described the late singer as a beloved husband, father, brother, uncle and minister of God.
Born in May 1971, Okposo was a music producer and psalmist. He was also CEO of Zamar Entertainment.
The late Okposo made his foray into the music industry in the early 2000s. In 2004, he released his debut album, "Addicted".
The late singer was famous for featuring several gospel acts in his music. He was also known as one of the first artists who popularized traditional gospel music.
His latest album, "The Statement", was released in 2018. Grammy winner Kevin Bond produced the album.
The 17-track album features songs like "He Is Worthy", "Big God", "God Goodod", "Wave and Sing", "Bless His Holy Name", "You Are Wonderful", " Jawa Chineke" (feat. Dubby & Ambi Mossi) and 'Praise Party' among others.
Okposo, a native of Delta State, was known for inspiring a generation of artists, including comedians in the state
The song, "Na Only You I Know", features Sam Samsung Isreal, Ige, Gasoline and the late Kefee.
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The family of famous gospel singer Sammie Okposo have announced the late artist's burial plans.
The "Welu Welu" crooner passed away on November 25.
The cause of his death remains unknown.
He was 51.
A statement signed by family representative Hector Okposo confirmed that the 51-year-old singer "slept and went to join the Lord.*
According to funeral arrangements announced by the late singer's family, the 'Sammie Okposo (Farewell) Praise Party' (S.O.P.P.) will take place on December 13.
Scheduled to take place at La Madison Place, Oniru, Lagos, at 5:00 p.m., the party will take the form of an industry tribute night.
The late singer's last post was a throwback to his show, the "Sammie Okposo PraiseParty", which was held on November 4.
On 14th December there will be a carol service at House on the Rock Cathedral, Lekki, Lagos at 6pm
READ ALSO:
Private interment will follow on December 15.
The week-long funeral ceremony will conclude on Sunday, December 18 with an exit service at Logic Church, Lekki, Lagos.
In a statement, the family described the late singer as a beloved husband, father, brother, uncle and minister of God.
Born in May 1971, Okposo was a music producer and psalmist. He was also CEO of Zamar Entertainment.
The late Okposo made his foray into the music industry in the early 2000s. In 2004, he released his debut album, "Addicted".
The late singer was famous for featuring several gospel acts in his music. He was also known as one of the first artists who popularized traditional gospel music.
His latest album, "The Statement", was released in 2018. Grammy winner Kevin Bond produced the album.
The 17-track album features songs like "He Is Worthy", "Big God", "God Goodod", "Wave and Sing", "Bless His Holy Name", "You Are Wonderful", " Jawa Chineke" (feat. Dubby & Ambi Mossi) and 'Praise Party' among others.
Okposo, a native of Delta State, was known for inspiring a generation of artists, including comedians in the state
The song, "Na Only You I Know", features Sam Samsung Isreal, Ige, Gasoline and the late Kefee.
Support the integrity and credibility journalism of PREMIUM TIMES Good journalism costs a lot of money. Yet only good journalism can guarantee the possibility of a good society, an accountable democracy and a transparent government. For free and continued access to the best investigative journalism in the country, we ask that you consider providing modest support to this noble endeavour. By contributing to PREMIUM TIMES, you help sustain relevant journalism and keep it free and accessible to everyone.Donate
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