The announcement was a momentous occasion and groundbreaking milestone for the Nigerian gospel music industry.
For the first time in history, international music label, Sony Music West Africa, has put pen to paper and signed a gospel artiste, with the Delta State-born Onos Ebiere Ariyo, professionally known as Onos Ariyo, breaking the record.
The historic signing of Onos underscores Sony Music West Africas commitment to embracing diverse musical genres and talent in Nigeria.
Renowned for her impactful music and heartfelt lyrics, Onos Ariyo gained widespread recognition for her critically acclaimed song, Alagbara, which was written and produced by Nigerian music producer, Wilson Joel.
Onos ministry has touched several lives across the world, earning her a place among the Global Top 100 Most Influential People of African Descent in September 2018.
In his opening remarks, Oluwaseun Banko Lloyd, General Manager of Sony Music West Africa, highlighted the timeliness of the partnership, emphasizing the synergy between Onos powerful music ministry and the labels vision for elevating African talent on a global stage. This alliance holds immense promise for success, and we are excited to embark on this journey with Onos, he said.
Onos expressed her gratitude and excitement at becoming the first gospel artiste to sign with Sony Music West Africa. She enthused: This is a humbling and historic milestone for me and for the gospel music industry. Revealing Jesus through music has always been my passion, and Im grateful for the journey God has taken me on since my debut single in 2009. With this partnership, I look forward to even greater things ahead.
With her new deal with Sony Music, Onos has now joined an exciting list of renowned gospel music ministers like Kirk Franklin, Donald Lawrence, Kierra Sheard, Mali Music and Koryn Hawthorne among others, who are signed to the label.
