By Oki Samson
CITIZENS COMPASS— A fresh wave of inspiration is sweeping through Nigeria’s gospel music landscape as Dr. Ajoke Ogunsan, under her stage name, Dr. Ajokesings, convenes the maiden edition of the Symphony of Praise and Worship with Dr. Ajokesings (SPAW) Talent Quest. The transformative platform is designed to nurture and empower upcoming gospel artistes beyond the raw talent and spiritual gifting into global fame and excellence, Citizens Compass can report.
With over 100 promising young artistes initially indicating interest, the competition has now been streamlined to 50 exceptional talents who will battle it out at the grand finale live event scheduled to hold at 3 p.m. on Friday 31st October 2025 at the Regal Hall, Plot A3C Ikosi Road, Ikeja in Lagos. The finale will feature an esteemed panel of respected judges from the gospel music industry who will be reviewing the quality and creativity on display. The event promises to be a thrilling blend of worship, creativity, and skill, celebrating the divine gift of music while shaping it for professional impact.
Winners will go home with impressive cash prizes and opportunities worth over NGN 3 million which will extend beyond the stage. The first prize winner will receive NG₦750,000 plus other exclusive privileges, while the second and third-placed winners will take home NG₦500,000 and NG₦350,000, respectively.
The convener, Dr. Mrs. Ajoke Ogunsan speaking on the vision of the Symphony of Praise and Worship with Dr. Ajokesings (SPAW) Talent Quest, hinted that the initiative is her divine assignment to build the capacity and confidence of young gospel musicians.
‘SPAW stands as a beacon of hope and empowerment, proving that talent, when nurtured with grace and guidance, can become a ministry that touches the world’, Ogunsan stated.
