Biography
Sammie Okposo (born May 30, 1971), CEO of Zamar Entertainment, is a renowned music producer, singer, songwriter, songwriter and entertainment consultant.
He entered the Nigerian film industry in 1995 as a film soundtrack producer before moving into music production. He is credited for helping some of the biggest stars in Nigerian music create hits.
A notable performer in sold-out shows in Africa, Europe, Americas, Nigeria and most importantly The Experience with Pastor Paul Adefarasin of House on The Rock Church, Sammie Okposo is a United Nations Youth Ambassador for World Peace.
Sammie Okposo not only revolutionized but completely changed the perception of gospel music in his native Nigeria by breaking all barriers to become the first gospel musician to sell millions of copies of his music and the first gospel musician to be played everywhere (including nightclubs). As a result, he is highly regarded as a performer and entertainer.
Sammie Okposo’s music has not only earned him a huge fan base and positive reviews but has also won him several awards for his songs Unconditional Love, Addicted and No Drama.
In November 2022, it was reported that he had collapsed and died at the age of 51. The actual cause of his death was not made public.
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| Full name: | Sammie Okposo |
| Born: | May 30, 1971 (age 51) |
| Place of birth: | Plains, Nigeria |
| State of origin: | Delta State |
| Nationality: | Nigerian |
| Height: | 1.72 meters |
| Parents: | Do not have |
| Siblings: | Do not have |
| Wife • Husband/wife: | Ozioma Sammie Okposo (d. 2010) |
| Girlfriend • Partner: | Do not have |
| The children: | Alula Okposo |
| Job: | Singer • Businessman |
| Net worth: | 1.5 million US dollars |
Early life and education
Sammie Okposo was born in Delta State, Nigeria on May 30, 1971. His father encouraged him to pursue a career in accounting at a young age. He is a native of Delta State, Nigeria.
However, his passion for music began at the age of 9, when he started playing the piano and experienced the excitement of performing his duties.
Sammie Okposo was a church pianist when he was ten years old. He is believed to be related to Mr. and Mrs. Adefarasin, senior pastors of House of the Rock Worldwide.
Career
Sammie Okposo is the CEO of Zamar Entertainment, a gospel singer, music producer, songwriter and entertainment strategist. His production career officially began in 1992 when he entered the Nigerian film industry as a film music producer before moving into music production.
He completely took the music industry by storm in 2000 when he released his debut album Unconditional Love, which featured the hit song Welu-Welu, catapulting him beyond his domestic fame and onto the world stage.
Sammie Okposo has surpassed all expectations of conventional gospel performers performing on stage alongside Donnie McClurkin, Kirk Franklin, Fred Hammond, Israel Houghton, Deitrick Haddon, Jonathan Nelson, Micah Stampley, Maxi Priest, Shaggy, Missy Elliott, Benjamin Dube, Judith Sephuma, Sonnie Badu, Uche Agu, Lionel Peterson, Angelique Kidjo and Koffi Olomide, besides winning numerous international awards.
Sammie Okposo has performed on important occasions, including Martin Luther King Jr. Day and the Fourth of July holiday.
Discography
Sammie Okposo is the CEO of Zamar Entertainment, a renowned music producer, gospel musician and entertainment consultant.
- Unconditional love
- lift me up
- Jawa Chineke
- I will do Am
- Come and dance
- Loyalty
- God is great
- God can
- Addiction
- Almighty God
- Because you
- Yes Yes Yes
Awards & Achievements
- Crystal Awards, Nigeria, Artist of the Year, 2013
- Album of the Year (The Statement) Crystal Awards, Nigeria, 2013
- Real Soccerfest and CAN, Grassroots Ambassador of the Year 2012
- Trailblazer Award (UK African Gospel Music Awards), 2012
- (Pastor Bimbo Odukoya Foundation Award, Best Male Christian Artist 2012
- Positive Impact Award (Inside Out Media Awards), 2012
- Best Music Video Producer (Nigerian Music Video Awards), 2011
- God Zone Award for Excellence in Entertainment (GOD ZONE Awards), 2010
- Best Contemporary Gospel Artiste (Nigerian Music Awards), 2008
- Best Gospel Video (Nigerian Music Video Awards), 2008
- Gospel Artiste of the Year (Nigerian Entertainment Awards, New York), 2007
- Best African Male Gospel Artist (Kora Awards, South Africa), mid-2005/2006
- Amazing Grace Nigeria Film Awards, Best Sound and Score – 2006
- Gospel Artiste of the Year (Nigerian Music Awards, 2006)
- Best Gospel Artist in English (Afro Hollywood Awards UK), 2006
- Best Remixed Album (CNA Awards), 2005
- Best Male Contemporary Gospel Artist in Nigeria (Amen Awards), 2005
- Best Male Gospel Artist in Africa Nominated (Kora Awards, South Africa), 2003
- Power of Music and Praise Award, Gospel Artist of the Year 2002
- Best Contemporary Gospel Artist (Power of Music and Praise Awards), 2002
- Best Gospel Artiste Amen Awards, Nigeria, 2001
- Best Soundtrack (Film Awards, Nigeria), 2000
- Best Soundtrack (Film Awards, Nigeria), 1999
- Best Soundtrack (Film Awards, Nigeria), 1999
- Best Soundtrack (Film Awards, Nigeria), 1997
- Most Promising Male Artist (Fame Music Awards), 1994
However, for ten years, Sammie Okposo was a Glo Ambassador and a United Nations Ambassador for Peace.
Personal life
Sammie Okposo was married to Ozioma Sammie Okposo, but he admitted to cheating on her and apologized to her.
According to the information, he had an affair with an American woman. However, because of his influence as a gospel artist, the situation has calmed down, but he still lives with his lovely wife.
This shows that they both love themselves despite their flaws.
Sammie Okposo has a beautiful daughter named Alula Okposo.
Net worth
Some media sources estimate Sammie Okposo’s net worth to be $1.5 million.
This may be true as he is one of the Nigerian gospel artistes that has made waves in Nigeria and the Nigerian diaspora.
Social media
- Instagram: @sammieokposo
- Twitter: @sammieokposo
