Nigerian gospel reggae sensation Buchi Atuonwu, popularly known as Buchi, recently opened up about his transformative journey from cultism to Christianity. 

In an honest chat with Gaise Baba on the show Black Flame, Buchi delved into the spiritual epiphany that led him to abandon his past affiliations and embrace a life dedicated to spreading the gospel through music.​

Reflecting on his departure from the cult, Buchi shared that his understanding of such groups underwent a profound shift. 

He realised that cultism wasn’t merely about clandestine gatherings or rituals but was deeply rooted in spiritual realms. 

This revelation made him acknowledge the futility of confronting spiritual challenges with physical means. He articulated, “You can’t bring a knife to a gun fight and hope to win. It’s a spiritual thing.” ​

A pivotal moment

Buchi recounted a particular incident that served as a turning point in his life. Around the early hours of the morning, between 1 and 2 a.m., he found himself leading a procession of approximately 200 individuals. 

Without the aid of a microphone, he had to project his voice powerfully to be heard by all. The scene was intense: some participants bore coffins on their heads, others carried red lamps symbolising danger, all united in a common, albeit ominous, purpose. 

As he led the chants, an unexpected voice whispered into his ear from the left, distinct from the convoy on his right, saying, “You don’t belong here.” ​

This unexpected message startled him, yet he continued his role in the procession. The diverse assembly of young and old individuals, all poised for potential violence, underscored the cult’s nature as a unifying force transcending tribal lines. Buchi observed, “The cult is a leveller where people are united by a course, not tribe.” ​

Embracing a new path

This profound experience prompted Buchi to seek a deeper understanding of his life’s direction. Recognising the spiritual battles he faced, he turned to Jesus Christ for guidance and purpose.

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This pivotal decision marked the beginning of his transition from a life entangled in cultism to one devoted to gospel music and ministry.​ 

Before his full immersion into music, Buchi had an academic career as a lecturer at the University of Lagos. His journey from academia and nightclubs, where he worked as a DJ, to becoming a renowned gospel artist is a testament to his transformative journey.

His musical career has been marked by several albums that blend reggae rhythms with gospel messages, resonating with many across Nigeria. 

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In another notable feat, hit-making rapper OdumoduBlvck has been awarded the Leadership Newspaper’s Artist of the Year prize for 2024.

The award comes after what was a landmark 2024 for the rapper, who continued to enjoy commercial success that has positioned him as the leading hip hop act on the continent.

The rapper was accompanied to the event by his mother and his Anti-World gangster crew, with whom he released a joint album in 2024.

OdumoduBlvck’s Artist of the Year winning feat comes weeks after he released a surprise project titled ‘The Machine Is Coming’ which is a precursor to his highly anticipated album ‘Industry Machine’.

The 16-track project features guest appearances from Victony, Rondodasoa, Shallipopi, BOJ & more.

Also on the project is the previously released single ‘Pity This Boy’ featuring Victony which enjoyed commercial success and has garnered 17 million Spotify streams.

This project ODUMODUBLVCK calls a mixtape is a follow up on his 2023 project ‘Eziokwu’ which spawned the hit records ‘Blood On The Dance Floor,’ ‘Declan Rice,’ ‘Wotowoto Seasoning,’ and ‘Dog Eat Dog II’.

Since breaking into the mainstream with his hit single ‘Picanto,’ ODUMODUBLVCK has become one of the most sought-after Nigerian musicians and the most prominent rapper in Africa.

His music has earned him praise from global hip-hop stars Stormzy, Skepta, and Rick Ross.

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2025 has gotten off to a big year for the rapper who recently secured 8 nods at the 17th Headies Awards inclduing for Next Rated, Rap Album of the Year, and Rap Song of the Year.

Honourable Natasha, the fiancée of controversial veteran singer, Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2face or 2baba, has stirred up public reactions after she introduced herself to her colleagues in the Edo State House of Assembly.

The 30-year-old lawmaker, during plenary, has been caught in a now-circulating video clip saying, “Mr Speaker, my name is Honourable Natasha Irobosa Osawaru nee Idibia” shortly before she burst into laughter.

This threw the House into a brief state of frenzy as she was teased for the proclamation and interrupted several times.

She then pleaded for some more time to put herself together before carrying on with her speech to second a motion earlier raised by a colleague.

Video: My name is Hon. Natasha Irobosa Osawaru Nee Idibia

~ 2Face's Fiancée introduces herself to her colleagues during plenary in Edo State House of Assembly

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Nigerians react

Reacting to this video, Nigerians have raised their eyebrows at her wrong usage of the term ‘Nee’ which is used in giving a married woman’s maiden name after her surname.

Damilare Odulesi, DevOps Consultant & Trainer, commented on X,

Does she know what Nee means?

Eno, another X user replied,

You know I even paused for a second

Another user with the moniker, Frank Moore, wrote,

I confused oo. Abi na me be the mumu.

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Going further to explain the error, a user with the handle @Wandelakanu_ commented,

Nee Idibia ??? Does she even know what “Nee” means ?? Shouldn’t she have said Hon. Natasha Irobosa Idibia Nee Osarawu ?

The user @HowKilts replied,

Nee should mean her fathers name.

Concerned about the marriage ceremony, a user identified as Adewale Damilare wrote,

These guys are married already. But having it secretly isn’t an honorable thing though!

The Edo Lawmaker has also changed her name on her Instagram page. It now appears as ‘Honourable Natasha IDIBIA.’