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Mairo Ese

Oghenemairo Okechukwu Ese popularly known as Mairo Ese is a Nigerian songwriter and gospel singer. He is well known for the hit singles “Nani Gi” and “You Are The Reason”. He released his first album “Worship of Yahweh” in 2015.

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Mairo Ese
Born
Oghenemairo Okechukwu Ese

(1982-05-27) May 27, 1982
Lagos State
OriginDelta State, Nigeria
Occupations
  • Singer
  • songwriter
  • worship leader
InstrumentVocals
Years active2005–present
Spouse
Ayo Mairo-Ese

Oghenemairo Okechukwu Ese (born 27 May 1982) popularly known as  Mairo Ese is a Nigerian songwriter and gospel singer.12 He is well known for the hit singles “Nani Gi” and “You Are The Reason”.3 He released his first album “Worship of Yahweh” in 2015.4

Biography

Mairo Ese was born on 27 May 1982 to Mr and Mrs Ese in Lagos State, Nigeria. He hails from Isoko South Local Government Area, Delta State.56

Career

Mairo Ese's musical journey dates back to 1998 when he joined the choir for the first time. He served as a worship leader and music director in Redeemed Christian Church of God and House on The Rock, Jos.7

His music career officially started in 2005 with the release of his first single "We Praise You".8 In 2014, he released another single "You Are The Reason" 9

In September 2015, he debuted his first album "Worship of Yahweh" which comprised 10 tracks including "Ole Hallelujah" featuring Nathaniel Bassey, "Nani Gi" and "Come boldly".10 His sophomore album “Spirit and Life” was released in September 2020 and comprised 12 tracks.1112

In June 2022, he started a music project "The Equipping (Tongues and Chants)" which was a live recording to help people pray and chant in tongues for an hour. He has collaborated with several gospel artists like Nathaniel Bassey, Nosa, TY Bello among others.131415

Discography

Albums

Year Title Details Ref
2015 Worship of Yahweh
  • No. of Tracks: 10
  • Format: Digital download, streaming
 16
2020 Spirit and Life
  • No. of Tracks: 12
  • Format: Digital download, streaming
 1718

Singles

  • "You Are The Reason" (2014)19
  • "Nani Gi" (2015)
  • "Everlasting" (2017)20
  • "Ole Halleluyah" featuring Nathaniel Bassey 2122
  • "The Only God" (2017)23
  • "Hold to His Hand" (2020)
  • "Manifest" (2020)24

Personal life

Mairo Ese got engaged to Nigerian media personality Ayo Thompson in May 2017.25 They had their wedding ceremony in November, that same year.2627

Awards and nominations

Year Organization Awards Recipient Result Ref
2016 The Beatz Awards Best Afro Gospel Producer by Rotimi Keys "Nani Gi" Won 28
See also

See also

List of Nigerian gospel musicians

References

References

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  2. "I Encourage People to See the Greatness of God with Music - THISDAYLIVE". This Day. Retrieved 2023-06-28.
  3. Telegraph, New (2021-10-16). "Davido, Tim Godfrey, Waje, Nosa, Eben, Mario Ese, Laolu Gbenjo among others headlines celebrating The Life of Captain Hosa". New Telegraph. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 2023-06-28.
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  9. "Charts: You Are the Reason by Mairo Ese". www.top-charts.com. Retrieved 2023-06-28.
  10. "The Worship of Yahweh - Top Charts". www.top-charts.com. Retrieved 2023-06-29.
  11. Ige, Tofarati (2020-10-25). "Mairo Ese answers questions in Spirit and Life". The Punch. Retrieved 2023-06-28.
  12. "Mairo Ese Features Nathaniel Bassey, Ese Chekwa In New Album, 'Spirit & Life'". Top Celebrities Magazine. 2020-10-03. Retrieved 2023-06-28.
  13. Simwa, Adrianna (2019-10-01). "Nosa - Na Your Way: Why the catchy tune is trending today". Legit.ng. Retrieved 2023-06-28.
  14. "Video: Nosa serves Na Your Way featuring Mairo Ese". P.M. News. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 2023-06-28.
  15. Samson, Henry (2019-11-04). "Music: TY Bello – In Your Overflow ft Mairo Ese". Unik Empire. Retrieved 2023-06-28.
  16. "The Worship of Yahweh : Mairo Ese: Digital Music". www.amazon.com. Retrieved 2023-06-28.
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  18. "Spirit & Life Album Release includes Collaborations with Nathaniel". 2020-10-02. Retrieved 2023-06-28.
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  22. "Mairo ft. Nathaniel Bassey - Ole Halleluyah". NotjustOk. 2014-09-22. Retrieved 2023-06-28.
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  24. Admin (2020-04-20). "Mairo Ese - Manifest". WorshippersGh. Archived from the original on April 28, 2020. Retrieved 2023-06-28.
  25. "The Church Blog: That's how Mairo Ese and Ayo Thompson got engaged » YNaija". YNaija. 2017-05-13. Retrieved 2023-06-28.
  26. "OAP & gospel artiste are engaged!". Pulse Nigeria. 2017-05-13. Retrieved 2023-06-28.
  27. Tobiloba (2017-11-11). "#SliceOfHeaven17: First Look at Ayo Thompson & Mairo Ese's Wedding | 36NG". Retrieved 2023-06-28.
  28. "The Beatz Awards 2016", Wikipedia, 2023-06-29, retrieved 2023-06-29