If there was any doubt that AfroGospel has entered a new era of excellence, collaboration and cultural relevance, the Healing Streams Album Listening Party just settled it! Held in an atmosphere charged with creativity, spirituality, music and intelligent conversations, the listening event hosted by Same OG and David NNkennor became more than an album preview — it felt like a defining moment for the AfroGospel movement itself.
From the moment guests walked into the venue, it was obvious this was not going to be the regular “play-the-album-and-go-home” type of experience. The room was filled with Gospel artistes across multiple genres, top media personalities, record label executives, music business leaders, finance and funding experts, creatives and culture shapers — all gathered around one project. Yes, this was one of those very rare times everyone will be in a single room.
And then came the conversations.
The panel session delivered one of the evening’s biggest highlights as respected voices from different corners of the music industry shared deep, honest and thought-provoking perspectives around music, ministry, culture, business, afrobeats and the future of AfroGospel.
Representing worship music was acclaimed singer and songwriter Nosa Omoregie , while Gaise Baba brought strong representation for the AfroGospel movement with his characteristic depth and cultural insight, and being the creator of the Aramanda movement. Speaking for women in music, Fisayo Check delivered powerful perspectives on identity, creativity and navigating the industry as a woman of influence and this session was driven by Tommy Tush, a long serving Music director and industry leader.
Providing spiritual direction and grounding for the discussions were Pastor Gideon Mba and Past Dare Kolawole, whose contributions reminded attendees that while the sound may evolve, the message and mission remain eternal.
The industry angle was equally represented by respected music and business figures including Chuka Xavier Obi, Uzor Daniel of Sony Music Publishing, and Dr Foy of Energize music, all of whom contributed to the “hot discussions” that kept the audience fully engaged throughout the evening.
But perhaps the most unforgettable moment of the night was the Album listening itself.
In a creative twist, attendees experienced the project through Silent Disco headsets, creating an immersive atmosphere where every lyric, transition, emotion and sonic texture landed personally. Interestingly, one recurring struggle united almost everyone in the room — choosing a favourite track.
Every song felt intentional. Every record carried weight. And by the end of the listening session, conversations had shifted from “Which song do you like?” to “How did they make an entire album with no weak track?”
The project itself already carries a unique identity. Healing Streams is a collaborative album between Same OG and David Nkennor, a meeting point between AfroGospel’s bold urban expression and the rich depth of psalmist worship. It is a collaboration many didn’t know they needed until now.
The event was kept alive by notable events hosts Dami Busari and Oyez (of GospelNaija).
For longtime followers of Same OG, however, this moment feels consistent with her journey.
Long before AfroGospel became a mainstream conversation, Same OG had already positioned herself as one of the culture’s boldest pioneers. Nearly a decade ago, she broke traditional expectations when she headlined One On One with Same OG at Club Vegas, Lagos — becoming one of the first Gospel ministers to successfully host a Gospel concert inside a nightclub space.
At the time, it was controversial to some and visionary to others. Today, many within the AfroGospel movement openly acknowledge that moment as one of the culture-shifting statements that expanded the possibilities of where Gospel Music could thrive and that moce single-handedly emboldened other alternative gospel ministers to go ahead and create platforms and headline same, and history hasn’t been that same with that single act of obedience.
Still, what makes Healing Streams feel important, is because It is another chapter in a journey that has consistently challenged limitations, expanded creative boundaries and pushed Gospel Music into spaces many once considered unreachable.
As the album officially premieres this Friday, May 15, 2026, anticipation continues to build across the Gospel and AfroGospel community.
Stream Healing Streams here:
found.ee/Healing-Streams
Add it to your playlists, put it on repeat and SHARE IT
From the moment guests walked into the venue, it was obvious this was not going to be the regular “play-the-album-and-go-home” type of experience. The room was filled with Gospel artistes across multiple genres, top media personalities, record label executives, music business leaders, finance and funding experts, creatives and culture shapers — all gathered around one project. Yes, this was one of those very rare times everyone will be in a single room.
And then came the conversations.
The panel session delivered one of the evening’s biggest highlights as respected voices from different corners of the music industry shared deep, honest and thought-provoking perspectives around music, ministry, culture, business, afrobeats and the future of AfroGospel.
Representing worship music was acclaimed singer and songwriter Nosa Omoregie , while Gaise Baba brought strong representation for the AfroGospel movement with his characteristic depth and cultural insight, and being the creator of the Aramanda movement. Speaking for women in music, Fisayo Check delivered powerful perspectives on identity, creativity and navigating the industry as a woman of influence and this session was driven by Tommy Tush, a long serving Music director and industry leader.
Providing spiritual direction and grounding for the discussions were Pastor Gideon Mba and Past Dare Kolawole, whose contributions reminded attendees that while the sound may evolve, the message and mission remain eternal.
The industry angle was equally represented by respected music and business figures including Chuka Xavier Obi, Uzor Daniel of Sony Music Publishing, and Dr Foy of Energize music, all of whom contributed to the “hot discussions” that kept the audience fully engaged throughout the evening.
But perhaps the most unforgettable moment of the night was the Album listening itself.
In a creative twist, attendees experienced the project through Silent Disco headsets, creating an immersive atmosphere where every lyric, transition, emotion and sonic texture landed personally. Interestingly, one recurring struggle united almost everyone in the room — choosing a favourite track.
Every song felt intentional. Every record carried weight. And by the end of the listening session, conversations had shifted from “Which song do you like?” to “How did they make an entire album with no weak track?”
The project itself already carries a unique identity. Healing Streams is a collaborative album between Same OG and David Nkennor, a meeting point between AfroGospel’s bold urban expression and the rich depth of psalmist worship. It is a collaboration many didn’t know they needed until now.
The event was kept alive by notable events hosts Dami Busari and Oyez (of GospelNaija).
For longtime followers of Same OG, however, this moment feels consistent with her journey.
Long before AfroGospel became a mainstream conversation, Same OG had already positioned herself as one of the culture’s boldest pioneers. Nearly a decade ago, she broke traditional expectations when she headlined One On One with Same OG at Club Vegas, Lagos — becoming one of the first Gospel ministers to successfully host a Gospel concert inside a nightclub space.
At the time, it was controversial to some and visionary to others. Today, many within the AfroGospel movement openly acknowledge that moment as one of the culture-shifting statements that expanded the possibilities of where Gospel Music could thrive and that moce single-handedly emboldened other alternative gospel ministers to go ahead and create platforms and headline same, and history hasn’t been that same with that single act of obedience.
Still, what makes Healing Streams feel important, is because It is another chapter in a journey that has consistently challenged limitations, expanded creative boundaries and pushed Gospel Music into spaces many once considered unreachable.
As the album officially premieres this Friday, May 15, 2026, anticipation continues to build across the Gospel and AfroGospel community.
Stream Healing Streams here:
found.ee/Healing-Streams
Add it to your playlists, put it on repeat and SHARE IT
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