Sinach: Nigeria’s Global Voice of Worship

Early Life and Background

Osinachi Kalu Okoro Egbu, known worldwide as Sinach, was born on 30 March 1972 in Ebonyi State, Nigeria. She is the second daughter in a family of seven children.

She studied Physics at the University of Port Harcourt, but her passion for music and ministry eventually took center stage.

Sinach began singing as a teenager in her local church choir, but it was at Christ Embassy (LoveWorld Church) under Pastor Chris Oyakhilome that her gift was nurtured and recognized globally.

Musical Career

Early Beginnings

Sinach joined the Christ Embassy Choir in the mid-1990s, where she began writing and performing gospel songs. Her unique ability to combine worship with lyrical depth quickly made her a standout voice in the ministry.

Rise to Prominence

By the 2000s, Sinach had become one of the leading voices in Nigerian gospel music. Her songs like “More of You”, “Awesome God”, and “Way Maker” gained widespread popularity across Africa and beyond.

Her 2015 hit “Way Maker” became one of the most impactful gospel songs of the 21st century, covered by artists around the world including Michael W. Smith, Leeland, and Mandisa. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Way Maker became an anthem of hope and was sung in churches globally.

Global Reach

Sinach has performed in over 50 countries, including the U.S., U.K., South Africa, Canada, Brazil, India, and the Caribbean. She is recognized as one of the most influential African gospel musicians, with her songs translated into multiple languages.

Style and Influence

Sinach’s artistry is defined by:

• Spirit-filled worship and praise anthems,
• Lyrics focused on faith, healing, and God’s promises,
• A blend of traditional gospel, contemporary worship, and African rhythms,
• Ability to connect deeply with audiences worldwide through her simple yet powerful melodies.

She has inspired a new generation of gospel musicians, showing that African gospel can achieve global impact.

Discography

Selected Albums

1. Chapter One (2008)
   • This Is Your Season
   • Fire in Me
2. I’m Blessed (2011)
   • I Know Who I Am
   • From Glory to Glory
3. Shout It Loud (2012)
   • The Name of Jesus
   • Born to Win
4. Way Maker (Live) (2016)
   • Way Maker 🎶
   • He Did It Again
   • No One Knows
5. There’s an Overflow (2018)
   • In Love with You
   • Matchless Love
   • Overflow
6. Greatest Lord (2021)
   • Greatest Lord
   • With My Hands (feat. Micah Stampley)
   • Love My Home (feat. Darlene Zschech)

Selected Hit Singles

• More of You (2008)
• Awesome God (2008)
• This Is Your Season (2008)
• I Know Who I Am (2013)
• The Name of Jesus (2014)
• Way Maker (2015) 🌍
• He Did It Again (2015)
• There’s an Overflow (2018)
• Greatest Lord (2021)

Awards and Recognition

• LIMA Awards (LoveWorld International Music and Arts Awards) – multiple wins for Songwriter of the Decade.
• BMI Christian Awards (U.S.) – for Way Maker (2021).
• First African gospel artist to top Billboard’s Christian Songwriters chart (2020).
• Named among the Top 100 most influential women in Africa (2020) by Avance Media.

Personal Life

Sinach is married to Joseph Egbu, a fellow minister at Christ Embassy. They married in 2014 and welcomed their first child in 2019 after five years of marriage.

Conclusion

Sinach is more than a singer — she is a global worship leader and trailblazer. Through timeless songs like I Know Who I Am and Way Maker, she has touched lives across continents, proving that gospel music from Nigeria can unite the world in worship. Her influence continues to grow, making her one of Africa’s most powerful musical voices.