Benita Okojie Biography: Husband, Sister, Net Worth, Songs, Age, Album, Children, Wikipedia, Marriage, Photos, Instagram, State Of Origin

Biography

Benita Iyere Okojie (born March 9, 1988), addressed professionally as Benita Okojie, is a blessed Nigerian singer and songwriter. 

Being a voice in the musical field, she chose to make gospel music that Christians, Muslims, and other religions can consume. 

Growing up in Nigeria influenced Benita Okojie‘s music which we can spot in her delivery and usage of the famous Nigerian languages in her songs. 

She became well-known in 2006 when she released her song Osemudiamen, which became a hit in the African gospel music market.

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Wiki Facts & About Data
Full Name:	Benita Iyere Okojie
Stage Name:	Benita Okojie
Born:	9 March 1988 (age 36 years old)
Place of Birth:	Edo, Nigeria
State Of Origin:	Edo State
Nationality:	Nigerian
Height:	N/A
Parents:	N/A
Siblings:	N/A
Husband • Spouse:	Olawale Adeyina
Boyfriend • Partner:	N/A
Children:	Araoluwa Eden Adeyina
Occupation:	Singer • TV Personality
Net Worth:	US$1.5 million

Early Life & Education 

Benita Okojie was born to Nigerian parents on March 9, 1988, in the same country. She is 36 years old right now.

The gospel musician is a native of Edo State and a member of the Nigerian Isan tribe. Sadly, on February 16 of that year, her father passed away. 

Benita Okojie completed her studies at Redeemers University in the English Language with a degree and joined the National Youth Service Corps. 

Career

Benita Okojie began her career singing alongside her siblings, blending Yoruba and Edo music. When she released her single Osemudiamen in 1998, she gained notoriety at age 10.

Her father, who had worked with performers like Onyeka Onwenu, Felix Liberty, Chris Okotie, and Sonny Okosun, independently managed her musical career. He was responsible for her music’s creation, promotion, and distribution. 

Benita Okojie performed in the FIFA Under-21 World Cup opening and closing ceremonies in Nigeria in 1999 (Nigeria 99). 

She also gave a performance at the Aso Rock commemoration of Nigeria’s 40th anniversary of independence in 2000 after being invited by Mrs. Stella Obasanjo, the country’s first lady at the time. 

The 8th All Africa Games’ theme song came from her single, Unity Games.

She appeared with Nollywood actors on the reality TV program Moving Up the Squad. She continues to release music while working with her husband.

Discography

• Ayo
• Celebrate Jesus
• Child of God
• Confidence
• Egbongbon
• Jesu N’Abba
• Jesus and I
• Jesus is Wonderful
• Osemudiamen
• Owase
• Peace
• Prayer for Nigeria
• Save the Children
• Unity Games
• Vae
• We are going
• Merciful

Personal Life

Benita Okojie wed Olawale Adeyina on November 16, 2016, and welcomed her first kid in October that same year. 

In 2019, she welcomed a second child, Araoluwa Eden Adeyina. She has a son and a daughter named Araoluwa Eden Adeyina.

Net Worth

Benita Okojie is one of the most celebrated Gospel musicians in the Nigerian industry. The estimated value of Benita Okojie‘s net worth is US$1.5 million.

Social Media

• Instagram: @benitaokojie
• SoundCloud: Benita Okojie
• Twitter: @benita_okojie
• YouTube: Benita Okojie