In our usual fashion, Entertainment Reporter takes a look at the Christian creatives who continue to add value to contemporary society. In no particular order, we present to you 10 Most Influential Christian Creatives 2022


Nathaniel Bassey

Pastor Nath is one of the most influential Christian creatives in the Nigerian creative sector. The graduate of Politics and International Relations at the University of London, who is a renowned gospel musician and minister is also the convener of Halleluyah Challenge. The challenge is a 30-day midnight praise challenge that started June 1 – June 30, 2017. Over the years, Nathaniel Bassey has worked with the likes of Chandler Moore, Travis Greene and other anointed gospel ministers of God.

Kingsley Okonkwo

Kingsley Okonkwo is the senior Pastor of Davids Christian Centre. The relationship coach, marriage counsellor and author also doubles as the convener of Love Dating and Marriage. In 2022, he alongside his wife, Mildred Okonkwo hosted their relationship seminars in the USA, London and about to host another one in Canada before the year runs out. Earlier in the year, he was also conferred with a honorary doctorate degree from Myles Leadership in recognition of his outstanding contribution in the areas of youth development, spiritual leadership, mentorship, leadership, and philanthropy.


Mercy Chinwo Blessed

When you think of Mercy Chinwo several words come to mind, words like anointed, enthusiastic and soulful. Chinwo is a gifted vocalist and gospel artiste known for songs like ‘Obinasom’, ‘Excess Love’ and ‘Onememma’.One of the highlights of Mercy’s 2022 was her wedding ceremony which set social media abuzz for days. Mercy sings from her heart and writes melodies that ministers to the soul.



Dunsin Oyekan

Fondly called “the Eagle”, Dunsin’s desire is to fill the atmosphere with the heart of God, witness God, and stir revival captured on the power and wisdom of God. He is the convener of Outpouring, a gospel outreach programme. Dunsin is a full-time worshipper who has released four albums — ‘Code Red’, ‘Kingdom Now’, ‘The Gospel of the Kingdom’, and ‘The Glory Experience – Songs of Zion’.
He is also the host of ‘Upper room’ a programme that focuses on communing with God and other believers.
Dunsin’s life is dedicated to bringing the God dimension into the world through sounds imparted to him by the Holy Spirit.

Emmanuel Iren

Emmanuel Iren is the lead pastor of Celebration Church International with the mandate to raise a billion in ten thousand cities. CCI as it’s fondly called has 11 churches in 4 locations across the globe. Iren is also a gospel artiste. This year, he released an album titled ‘Apostolos’ featuring Sinach, Judikay, E-Daniels and others.
Apostolos is the first Christian album to peak in the Top 10 of the Apple Music Album chart since Dunsin Oyekan’s “The Gospel of the Kingdom which peaked at #4 in January 2021”.

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