Sammie Okposo (born 30th May 1971, age: 51 years) was a popular Gospel Singer, Music Producer, Businessman, and Psalmist from Nigeria. He will always stay in the hearts of the Gospel music lover for his songs like “Hold To His Hand”, “Omeriwo”, “A Marvelous Thing” and many others.
Since 1992 Sammie gave a very great Gospel song to the Nigerian community and the world. He was a true follower of Jesus Christ and always followed his messages. Sammie won many awards for performing as Gospel Singer. Since 1994 he constantly won different music awards. Some of the awards that he always felt honored to have are “The fame Music Awards”, “Kora Awards”, “Nigeria Movie Awards”, “The Nigerian Music Awards”, “Nigeria Entertainment Awards” and many others.
In 2017 he received “African Gospel Music and Media Awards UK”.
Sammie Okposo Biography & Early Life
Dictating all about the biography of late gospel singer Sammie Okposo then this legend was born in Delta State, the South region of Nigeria. He spent his life creating music for the Nigerian people. When he was 9 years old he rose his interest in music when he was learning Piano.
Later along following his passion for music Sammie ended his education. Sammie was born on 30th May and he was only 51 years old when he died.
Death Cause
A real reason for the death of singer Sammie Okposo has been not been stated in news. He died on 25th November 2022. His death news has been officially shared by his close people. Sammie’s death has mourned the entire Gospel music industry of Nigeria. He was such a great artist.
Some news channels are indicating that Sammie died of Cardiac arrest however reports have not been confirmed by anyone from his family.
Earlier in 2020 Sammie experienced a brutal accident due to which he was about to die but succeeded in surviving somehow.
Sammie Okposo Wiki & Bio
Sammie Okposo’s Family, Nationality & Ethnicity
A statement that confirmed the death of Sammie Okposo has been shared by one of his family members named Hector Okposo. Other than this Sammie always admired his father Pastor Paul Adefarasan and mother Mrs. Adefarasan.
His father always wanted him to be an accountant. But Sammie’s fortune decided something else for him and he kept on working hard in his music composition work. Apart from his family relations let us tell you that Sammie was a pure Nigerian man sharing his nationality as Nigerian.
Age & Death
- Age– 51 Years
- Birthday– 30th May 1971
- Death Date– 25th November 2022
Sammie Okposo’s Wife, Girlfriend & Relationships
Sammie Okposo got married to his wife Ozy Okposo (Ozioma) in July 2010. It’s been 12 years since they both were married. Not only this Sammie was also a father of his one daughter Alula Okposo. Details of his daughter are not available right now in the media.
But earlier Sammie remained involved in extramarital affairs controversy. In the media, the news was earlier there that Sammie was having an affair with a woman known as African Doll.
African Doll raised an allegation against Sammie that he impregnated her and then forced her to get an abortion. But African Doll didn’t agree to abortion and will keep the child as she does not believe in abortion.
When the statement of pregnancy made by African Doll trended on the Internet in January 2022 Sammie came forward apologizing to his wife for betraying her with the extra affair. His wife forgive him and they were living together since then happily. But Ozioma’s life will now be affected after Sammie’s death.
Sammie Okposo Daughter, Son & Personal Life
Career- Gospel Music Composer, Singer
Sammie Okposa stepped into the industry of music production in 1992. He began making music at a very young age. He releases his first album “Unconditional Live” in 2000. His first single song that remained a hit among the fans was “Welu-Welu”. Slowly he gained popularity across the world for his music.
He uses to compose music under the banner of his music company called “Zamar Entertainment”. Sammie was the founder of Zamar Entertainment.
At the beginning of his career, he composed music for Nigerian movies. He was the composer of movies like “Most Wanted”, “Issakaba”, “The Amazing Grace” and some more.
Top Songs
- Sing Halleluyah
- Oluwa E Tobi
- Hold To His Hand
- Everybody Look
- Good God
Sammie Okposo’s Net Worth
The net worth that Sammie Okposo was holding before his death was not less than $1.4 million USD. He lived a life like a king. With his money, he traveled to new places to explore the world. But not only this with his good income he also invested in social work and charities helping the followers of Jesus Christ.
Trivia
- He visited Cancun Mexico with his wife on February 23, 2022.
- He always posts pictures of his close ones on their birthday wishing them congratulation.
- Sammie Okposo use to entertain at Gospel music concerts organized in different places in Nigeria.
- He always loved to wore black Shades
- He did a concert in London in October 2022.
- Sammie did a concert in Houston in the month of August 2022.
- His wife used to promote cosmetic and Fashion brands collaborating with Sammie.
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FAQs About Sammie Okposo
Who is Sammie Okposo?
Sammie was a Nigerian Gospel singer who died on 25th November 2022.
Is Sammie Okposo dead?
Yes, The Gospel singer Sammie died on 25th November 2022.
Who is Sammie Okposo’s wife?
His wife name is Ozy Okposo (Ozioma).
How old is Sammie Okposo’s wife?
His wife appears to be in her 40’s.
Who is Sammie Okposo’s father?
His father’s name is Pastor Paul Adefarasan
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