Dunsin Oyekan Biography

Dunsin Oyekan Biography

Dunsin Oyekan, widely recognized as "The Eagle," is a gospel singer, accomplished multi-instrumentalist, and prolific songwriter. Born on November 5, 1984, in Ilorin, Nigeria, he is the son of Pastor Gbadebo Oyekan, the General Overseer of the Evangelical Baptist Church.

 

Dunsin Oyekan

Dunsin Oyekan

Early Life and Education

 

 

Dunsin Oyekan started his schooling at Airforce Nursery and Primary School in Ilorin. He later attended Federal Government College (FGC) and Baptist Model High School, both located in Ilorin, for his secondary education. Continuing his education, he earned a degree in Industrial Chemistry from the University of Ilorin.

 

 

 

Musical Career

 

 

Dunsin's musical journey started early when he picked up the guitar at the age of ten. Engaging as a choir member in his church, he passionately led processions and received invitations to perform at concerts and Christian gatherings. Notably, he served as the Music Director (MD) at the Commonwealth of Zion Assembly (COZA) in Ilorin.

 

His extensive musical catalog boasts over 50 powerful and inspiring songs, showcased in albums such as "Code Red" (2016) and "Kingdom Now" (2019). Dunsin has collaborated with renowned artists and shared the stage with gospel greats like Tasha Cobbs, Kurt Carr, and Sinach.

 

 

 

Wife and Children

 

 

Dunsin Oyekan was married to Adedoyin, and together they had two children before her unfortunate demise in 2019.

 

 

 

 

Songs 

 

 

 

1. Undignified (Excuse Me)

2. More Than a Song

3. Yah

4. Ogo

5. Fragrance to Fire

6. Who Is on the Lord's Side

7. Breathe

8. Imole De

9. When God Walks In

10. People of His Presence

11. You Remain the Same

12. Your Goodness

13. Live

14. To Know You

15. I'll Be Here

16. Open Up

17. Always God

18. Halleluyah

19. Most High

20. I Will Stay

21. Because He Is, I Am

22. Kaabo

23. When I See You

24. Absolutely Nothing

25. Na You

26. Finger of God

27. At All Cost

28. Before the Lord Our God

29. Let Your Sound

30. Stand in the Gap

31. Roar

32. Oh to Love You

 

 

 

Achievements

 

 

Recognized for his significant contributions, Dunsin Oyekan was honored as one of the Most Influential People in Christian Ministry in Nigeria by Ynaija in 2020. Additionally, his song "Imole De" received a nomination for Song of Excellence at the 2019 Africa Gospel Music and Media Awards (AGMMA).

 

 

 

Accident

 

 

In a fortunate turn of events, Dunsin Oyekan and his crew narrowly escaped a serious car accident involving a Toyota Prado SUV and a trailer on the Lagos/Ibadan expressway.

 

 

 

 

Net Worth

 

 

 

Dunsin Oyekan, the gospel sensation, has amassed an estimated net worth of $300,000 through his impactful musical career.

 

 

 

Social Media

 

 

 

Connect with Dunsin Oyekan on Instagram (@dunsinoyekan) and Twitter (@dunsinoyekan) 

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