Preye Odede
Preye Odede | |
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| Birth name | Oyinkepreye Odede |
| Also known as | Preye Odede |
| Born | June 16, 1990 |
| Origin | Enugu State, Nigeria |
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| Years active | 2011–present |
| Labels | Script Music |
| Website | preyeodede |
Preye Odede is a Nigerian Gospel artiste, philanthropist and principal of Script Planet with multiple awards to his name, including the award for ‘Best Gospel Music Video’ at the Best of African Gospel Music Awards in Atlanta, USA. Apart from the music ministry for which Odede is known, in a bid to connect with his environment beyond his music, his philanthropic and evangelism outreach mission has also been imprinted in the hearts of the underprivileged with his “low key” scholarship scheme. His prison outreach meets the needs of inmates and extends the message of the gospel to them by providing materials ranging from food, clothes, toiletries etc. in Port Harcourt and also working towards reaching other states.[1] He is the founder of Script Music Record Label. He lives in Port Harcourt, Nigeria.[2]
Biography
Early life
Preye Odede was born in Bori City, Rivers State, Nigeria. His birth name is Oyinkepreye Odede. He is the third child out of seven siblings, with six boys and one girl. He is a Microbiology graduate from Abia State University, Uturu. He sang in his church children's choir, graduated to the main church choir, and then in the University, he was part of the choir.
Musical career
Odede started his musical career in the children's church. After a few years, he began playing the drums. From there, he formed an all-male a cappella group called “Born to Praise” and later joined the “Casor Reconciliation choir” Abia State University Chapter in his university days.[3] After several years, his career took a leap after he released his single “Ebezina” in 2010 and launched his debut album in 2012. Odede has two albums to his credit, “My script” and “Ready”, and is set to release his third soon. He has graced many platforms sharing God's message of Love and Hope. He has won multiple awards within and outside the continent of Africa and still remains a household name. In 2019, he was one of the leading artistes in the Nigerian Christian gathering, "The Experience". He was also listed among the top 100 influential gospel ministers in Nigeria.
Personal life
Odede hails from Bayelsa State of Nigeria and is from a family of seven (six males and one female). He is a devoted philanthropist as he indulges in a “street2school” project for kids to attain basic primary education. On a personal level, he also indulges in prison visits and other philanthropic activities.
Awards
- Best Gospel Music Video, Best of African Gospel Music Awards, Atlanta, USA.[citation needed]
Education
Odede is a graduate of microbiology from the Abia State University.
References
- ↑ theexperiencelagos, theexperiencelagos. "PREYE ODEDE PROFILE". theexperiencelagos.com. theexperiencelagos.com. Retrieved 26 May 2020.
- ↑ Elegant, Muzic. "PREYE ODEDE BIOGRAPHY NET WORTH, AGE LIST OF SONGS AND VIDEOS". elegantmuzic. Elegant Muzic. Retrieved 26 May 2020.
- ↑ TheNigeria, Voice. "The rise and rise of Nigerian gospel musicians". thenigerianvoice. thenigerianvoice.com. Retrieved 26 May 2020.
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