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Emmanuel Benjamin, better known by his stage name Eben, is a Nigerian gospel singer, vocalist and songwriter.
Born on September 9, 1979, he is one of the most popular, richest and influential gospel singers in Nigeria.
He won the 2020 LIMA AWARDS Songwriter of the Year Award.
Nigerian singer
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| Name: | Emanuel Benjamin |
| stage name: | Eben |
| Date of Birth: | September 9, 1979 (45 years old) |
| place of birth: | Lagos |
| country of origin: | Lagos State |
| Country of Citizenship: | Nigeria |
| parents: | not applicable |
| high: | not applicable |
| Brothers and sisters: | not applicable |
| Girlfriend • Wife: | Jadir (Grace Okoduwa) |
| Profession: | Singer • Composer |
| net worth: | USD 1,000,000 to 5,000,000 |
early life
Eben was born on September 9, 1979 (42 years old) in Lagos, Nigeria.
He comes from a Christian family and is the fifth of six children.
He started out as a rapper before turning to gospel music.
Before he became famous, singer Eben was a background singer. In 1997, he made his debut as a gospel singer with the Christ Embassy Choir.
He rose to fame after his first public appearance at a conference organised by Pastor Chris Oyakhilome.
educate
Singh Eben attended Orile Primary School for his primary education and Orile Community Grammar School for his secondary education. Both schools are located in Lagos.
Profession
Eben started his career as a rapper in 1997, with his mentor being his elder brother. But later, he discovered his talent in singing and became a gospel singer. His popularity soared in 2005 after he made his first public appearance at a youth conference organized by Pastor Chris Oyakilome.
In 2006, Eben joined Christ Embassy, a church founded by Pastor Chris Oyakilome, as a member.
In 2007, his first album “On the Rock” was released, which included beautiful tracks such as “Imaranma”, “God Dey”, “Iwo Nikan” and “I Don Hammer”.
In 2010, the follow-up album “Phenomenon” was released, which included many songs such as “Imela Papa”, “Siya Nma” and “Supper Man”.
In 2013, Eben released another album titled Justified, which included songs like “You Alone Are Worthy,” “Onye Nwem,” “How I Love You,” “For Ever,” and “All The Way.”
Another album titled “Magnified” was released, which contained “Stayed On You”, “Everything”, “Idi Nm”, “Lifted Hands” and other worship songs. He became popular after releasing a song titled “Victory”.
Eben hosted a live concert in 2019, the concert was called Joyful Noise 2019, which was held on September 15, 2019. The concert featured top gospel musicians and favorite American musicians such as Bob Fitts and Phil Thompson.
Achievement
Record label Hammer House of Rock has a business arm, Hammer House Ventures, which specializes in video and music production and event management, and its interior design is owned by the gospel singer.
Awards and nominations
- Year – 2012 Association – PBO Music Video Awards
- Year – 2013 Category – Best West Africa Awards Association – African Gospel Music Awards
- Year — 2014 Category — Album of the Year Guild — Crystal Award
- Category – Best Male Vocalist Guild – UK African Gospel Music Awards
- Category – Best Male Artiste Guild – Nigeria National Gospel Music Awards
- Category – Best Gospel Video Association – NMVA
- Category – Best Male Vocalist of the Year Association – LIMA AWARDS
- Category – Songwriters Guild of the Year – LIMA AWARDS
Personal life
Eben is married with two children. On November 30, 2013, he married gospel singer Jahdiel (Grace Okoduwa).
His white wedding ceremony took place in December 2013 and Reverend Chris Oyakhilome performed the holy ceremony for him.
net worth
Eben is one of Nigeria’s most respected and beloved gospel singers and his net worth is estimated to be between $1 million and $5 million.
Social Media
- Instagram – Eben Keeps Rocking (@eben_rocks)
- Facebook – EBEN
- Twitter – EBEN_ROCKS (@eben_rocks)
Discography
Studio album
- On the Rocks – 2007
- Phenomenon – 2010
- Justified – 2013
- Victory – 2017
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