Nimix
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| Birth name | Ojonimi Abraham Ejigbo |
| Born | 4 April 1989 Kogi State, Nigeria |
| Origin | Kogi State, Nigeria |
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| Years active | 2013–present |
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Prisca Uyo-ojo (m. 2022) |
Ojonimi Abraham Ejigbo (born 4 April 1989) better known by the stage name Nimix, is a Nigerian Afro gospel singer and songwriter.[1] He is well known for the hit song “Sapa no fit catch me”, which was released in 2021[2][3][4]
Early life and education
[edit]Ojonimi Abraham Ejigbo was born on 4 April 1989 in Agodo Bassa, Kogi State. After his primary and secondary education, he proceeded to Demonstration Secondary School, Ankpa, Kofo state and graduated in 2007. In 2015, Nimix graduated from Kogi State University where he earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting.[5]
Career
[edit]Ojonimi discovered his passion for music when he was a teenager. He played the keyboard for his local church where he also served in the choir and later joined the music group in his secondary school.[6] However, his music career officially started in 2013, with his debut single "Alaye".[5] In 2019, he released his first album Kilimanjaro comprising 14 tracks including "Open Doors" and "Demoot".[7] In 2020, he released the hit single "Hasinibu" featuring Ada Ehi.[8]
In 2020, he was signed to the Freenation record label.[9] In December 2022, he announced the release of his first EP project Loud, comprising 6 tracks, and featuring Malawian rapper and singer, Gwamba.[10][11]
Discography
[edit]Albums
[edit]| Year | Title | Details | Ref |
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| 2019 | Kilimanjaro | No. of tracks: 14
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| 2022 | Uyomi | No. of tracks: 6
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| 2023 | Loud | No. of tracks: 8
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Singles
[edit]- "Chiwaya" (2022)
- "Jayama" (2022)
- "Jesus Nation" (2021)
- "Sapa No Fit Catch Me" (2021)[13][14]
- "Oyel" (2021)
- "Hasinibu" (2020)[15]
- "Do You Know Somebody" (2020)
- "Miracle Night" (2020)
- "Hand of God" (2019)
- "Alaye" (2013)
Awards/nominations
[edit]| Year | Title | Category | Result |
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| 2020 | Gospel Choice Music Awards[16] | International Artist of the year | Nominated |
Personal life
[edit]In 2022, Ojonimi married Prisca Uyo-ojo in Kogi State, Nigeria.[17]
References
[edit]- ^ "Gwamba taking 'Mama said God first' featuring Nimix, Onesimus, Kell Kay". Nyasa Times.
- ^ johnson, ayodele (24 July 2016). "'Onyeoma' Ft. Nimix". Pulse Nigeria. Retrieved 9 March 2024.
- ^ Mbuthia, Mercy (11 January 2023). "What is the meaning of Sapa? Get in on the popular Nigerian trend". Legit.ng - Nigeria news. Retrieved 9 March 2024.
- ^ "Gospel Music Star, Nimix Releases new Single - THISDAYLIVE". www.thisdaylive.com. Retrieved 13 May 2024.
- ^ a b "Gospel is not Boring, NIMIX". The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News. 24 May 2023. Retrieved 9 March 2024.
- ^ "Nimix Breaks the Stereotype: Utilizing Gospel Music to Demonstrate Its Vibrancy and Relevance - THISDAYLIVE". www.thisdaylive.com. Retrieved 13 May 2024.
- ^ "Kilimanjaro (The Album) - Nimix". Retrieved 9 March 2024.
- ^ "Nimix unveils new single, "Hasinibu" featuring Ada Ehi". NotJustOk. 10 November 2020. Retrieved 9 March 2024.
- ^ ekpenyong, Ebenezer (26 September 2020). "[NEWS] Nimix Joined Ada Ehi At Freenation Inc As Their Newest Artist". Retrieved 9 March 2024.
- ^ Nyirenda, Moses (31 May 2023). "Nimix eyes to collaborate with more local artists". Nthanda Times. Retrieved 9 March 2024.
- ^ AfricaBrief, The (24 May 2023). "Nigerian Musician Nimix Ready to Collaborate with Malawian Artists". The AfricaBrief. Retrieved 9 March 2024.
- ^ Africa, Pic Of The Week: Oldest Tree in. "Gwamba, Nimix announce joint EP project". Show Off Africa. Retrieved 9 March 2024.
- ^ Sapa No Fit Catch Me - Single by Nimix & Philipiano on Apple Music, 19 November 2021, retrieved 9 March 2024
- ^ Lawore, Mutiat; Telegraph, New (4 May 2024). "Gospel Music Takes Vibrant Turn With Nimix: Introducing 'Sapa No Fit Catch Me' - New Telegraph". newtelegraphng.com. Retrieved 13 May 2024.
- ^ "Nimix features Ada Ehi on new song 'Hasinibu'". PM News.
- ^ "WINNERS 2020". GCMA. Retrieved 9 March 2024.
- ^ "Nimix and Bea voted Couple Of The Year; An Epitome Of A Blissful Marriage". Malawi Heat. Retrieved 9 March 2024.