Femi Okunuga

Femi Okunuga is a Nigerian gospel singer, songwriter, worship leader, bassist and music producer known for scripture-centred songs that emphasise worship, God’s faithfulness and the believer’s relationship with Jesus Christ. He is particularly recognised for his powerful worship anthem “Only You,” whose declaration of God as Alpha and Omega became one of the defining songs of his early career. His music combines contemporary gospel with a strong worship foundation, drawing from both modern Nigerian gospel and the church music tradition in which he developed.

Okunuga began his recording career in the early 2010s with songs including “Open Up the Heavens” and “Emi Orun.” His breakthrough came in 2015 with “Only You,” a worship song built around the repeated declaration that God alone is worthy of praise. The song established him as a distinctive worship voice and eventually became the title track of a broader body of work that included collaborations with artists such as Nathaniel Bassey and Victoria Orenze.

Over the years, Okunuga has developed his ministry alongside his work as a musician and producer. He is associated with One Hallelujah Records and has served as a worship leader within the Redeemed Christian Church of God. He is also the convener of The Reconciliation, a worship gathering centred on repentance, reconciliation and renewed intimacy with Christ. His later projects, particularly Undefeated God and Glory Revealed, have expanded his catalogue while retaining the scripture-based worship style that has defined his career.

Quick Facts

Early Life and Musical Background

Femi Okunuga’s musical development grew out of his involvement in Christian worship. From his early years, he became involved in church choirs and worship teams, developing both his vocal abilities and his understanding of music as a form of ministry.

His work as a bassist has also been an important part of his musical identity. Rather than approaching gospel music only as a vocalist, Okunuga developed skills as an instrumentalist, songwriter and producer. This broader musical background has allowed him to participate in different aspects of the recording process and to work with other gospel musicians behind the scenes.

His Christian faith has remained central to his creative work. His stated philosophy of “serving Jesus for a living” reflects the ministry-oriented approach that runs through his music and public work.

Beginning of His Music Career

Okunuga began releasing music professionally in the early 2010s. His first known single, “Open Up the Heavens,” was released in 2012, followed by “Emi Orun” in 2013. These early releases established the foundation for his career as a recording gospel artist.

His breakthrough arrived with “Only You” in 2015. The song is a straightforward declaration of God’s supremacy, describing Him as Alpha and Omega and affirming that He alone is worthy of praise. Its worship-focused message connected strongly with Nigerian Christian audiences and became the song most closely associated with Okunuga’s early career.

A music video for “Only You” was subsequently released in 2017. The recording captured a live worship setting and featured contributions from musicians and singers including Abigail Bassey and Uwana Etuk. Okunuga also handled the bass and participated in the production process, demonstrating the range of his musical involvement.

Career and Breakthrough

Following the success of “Only You,” Okunuga continued releasing worship music while working with other gospel ministers. His growing reputation as a worship leader led to invitations to minister at major Christian gatherings and gospel concerts in Nigeria.

In 2019, he released his first major album, Undefeated God (The Lion of the Tribe of Judah). The 12-track project brought together songs that had already become part of his repertoire, including “Only You” and “I Depend on You,” alongside new recordings.

The album was inspired by Revelation 5:5 and centred on the image of Christ as the Lion of the Tribe of Judah. Rather than treating the project simply as a collection of songs, Okunuga presented it as a worship declaration about God’s supremacy and victory.

The project also featured several notable Nigerian gospel artists, including Nathaniel Bassey, Victoria Orenze, Tomi Favored, Nwando Omosebi, Ruth Okunuga, Tosin Bee, Odunayo Aboderin and Emeka Madubata. These collaborations helped place Okunuga within the wider network of contemporary Nigerian worship music.

Musical Style and Notable Songs

Okunuga’s music is strongly centred on worship and biblical themes. His songwriting often takes a particular attribute or promise of God and develops it into a sustained declaration of praise. This approach is evident in “Only You,” “I Depend on You,” “I Received Mercy” and “Power of the Holy Ghost.”

His vocal delivery is complemented by his background as a bassist and producer. The resulting sound is generally contemporary while retaining the atmosphere of church worship. Rather than relying heavily on pop-oriented themes, his songs consistently return to faith, dependence on God, gratitude, salvation and spiritual transformation.

He has also demonstrated an ability to work across different expressions of Nigerian gospel. Some of his songs incorporate Yoruba-language phrases and African musical elements, while others are predominantly English-language worship compositions.

Among his notable recordings are “Only You,” “I Depend on You,” “I Received Mercy,” “Bo Itoro,” “Your Love,” “Agbara Mi Ko,” “No One Like Yahweh,” “The Kingdom,” “God in a Class of His Own” and “You Are Good.”

Ministry and Collaborations

Beyond recording, Okunuga has maintained an active role as a worship minister. He has served within the Redeemed Christian Church of God and has ministered at Christian gatherings including events at Redemption Camp and other major worship platforms.

He is also associated with The Reconciliation, an annual worship gathering established around the themes of repentance, restoration and drawing people closer to Jesus. The event reflects the broader purpose behind his music, which is focused not simply on musical performance but on encouraging spiritual renewal.

His collaborations have included some of Nigeria’s recognised gospel voices. He has worked with Nathaniel Bassey, Victoria Orenze, Odunayo Aboderin, Efe Nathan, Funke Akinokun, Bukola Bekes, Tomi Favored, Uwana Etuk, Emeka Madubata and others.

His appearance at major gospel concerts has also placed him alongside artists such as Frank Edwards, Tim Godfrey, Onos Ariyo, Tosin Bee, Eben and Dunsin Oyekan, reflecting his involvement in Nigeria’s broader contemporary gospel community.

Glory Revealed and Recent Career

After Undefeated God, Okunuga continued releasing individual songs and collaborative projects. His catalogue during the early 2020s included “I Received Mercy,” “Bo Itoro,” “The Kingdom,” “You Are Good” and “God in a Class of His Own.” These releases continued his focus on worship and dependence on God.

His most significant recent project is Glory Revealed, a 17-track album released in 2025. The project was described by Okunuga as a collection of worship songs intended to awaken listeners to God’s presence and glory. It features collaborations with Abbey Ojomu, David Nkennor, Uwana Etuk, Theophilus Ogaga and Emeka Madubata.

The album includes songs such as “The King Is Here,” “Holy Holy,” “God of the Living,” “Glory Revealed,” “Yeshua,” “Onyedikagi” and “The Name.” Its combination of studio and live recordings reflects the worship environment that has remained central to Okunuga’s music.

The project has continued into his current catalogue, with Glory Revealed listed among his latest major releases in 2026. He has also continued releasing songs and collaborating with other gospel musicians, demonstrating his ongoing activity as both an artist and worship minister.

Legacy and Influence

Femi Okunuga’s contribution to Nigerian gospel music has been built around consistency rather than a single commercial breakthrough. From “Open Up the Heavens” and “Emi Orun” to the widely recognised “Only You” and the later Undefeated God and Glory Revealed projects, his music has maintained a clear worship-centred identity.

His background as a singer, bassist, songwriter and producer has also allowed him to approach gospel music from several different perspectives. He is able to contribute not only as a front-facing worship leader but also as a musician and creative collaborator behind the scenes.

What distinguishes Okunuga is the simplicity and directness of his message. His songs repeatedly point listeners toward the character, power and faithfulness of God, while his ministry activities extend that message into live worship and Christian gatherings.

With more than a decade of recording experience, Femi Okunuga has established himself as a respected Nigerian gospel worship minister. His continuing work through music, collaborations and worship gatherings reflects a career built around a consistent purpose: using music to encourage faith, draw people toward Christ and create space for deeper encounters with God.