The name Joe Praize is one that should not be strange to us. Over the years, he has built a solid fan base in Nigeria and reached audiences around the world. Whether he’s leading worship in a local church or performing at larger events, his energy creates an uplifting experience for everyone involved. Born on June 20, 1979, in Edo State, Nigeria, Joe Praize, whose full name is Joseph Omo Ebhodaghe, is a renowned gospel music minister, songwriter, music director, praise and worship leader.
He’s got a degree in Social Work and Administration from the University of Jos. Things changed for him in 1991 when he became a born-again Christian, and that experience had a huge impact on his life and music. His faith gave him a real sense of purpose and pointed him toward a path of serving others through his songs.
He officially kicked off his music journey in 2005 when he became the praise and worship leader at Christ Embassy, also known as LoveWorld. This role was a perfect fit for him; it allowed him to mix his passion for music with his commitment to his faith and connect with others in a meaningful way. This platform has provided him with the amazing opportunity to lead worship and minister through music all around the globe. He has led worship sessions in places like South Africa, Canada, The UK, The US, Australia, Italy, Spain, Switzerland, Cyprus, Ghana, Qatar, and even the Philippines.
“Mighty God,” was the song that became his breakout hit. It was so well-received that it earned him the prestigious Song of the Year award at the 2010 LoveWorld Awards.
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“Mighty God” was also featured on his debut album, ‘My Praise,’ and since then, his discography has grown extensively, featuring a number of powerful singles and albums. Some of his releases include: “Elohim you are beautiful”, “Happy Birthday” (2023), “Powerful Jesus (Live)” (2023), “My God, My Love” featuring Ada Ehi (2022), “Come & See” featuring Mercy Chinwo (2022), and “Mo Gbono (2022). His albums include The Assignment (2022), Praise Ovation (2020), The Praise of the Fourth Man (2019), My Praise (2016), Most High (2015), and All the Praise (2012).
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Joe Praize’s work has earned him numerous accolades beyond the LoveWorld platform. In 2010, he was nominated for Best African Gospel music at the SABC Crown Gospel Awards, and in 2011, he won Best West African Music at the Africa Gospel Music Awards in the UK. He also collaborated with Ayo Vincent on the music video for “You Are Great,” which won Best Video at the Crystal Awards in Nigeria in 2014. That same year, he was honored with a special recognition award from LoveWorld Australia.
Beyond music, Joe Praize is a family man. He married his wife, Joana, in June 2017, and the couple welcomed their first child, a son, on August 26, 2018. Despite his global recognition and numerous awards, he remains deeply committed to his core mission: spreading the gospel of Jesus Christ through music.
