Judikay

Judith Kanayo-Opara, better known by her stage name Judikay (born 26 October) is a Nigerian gospel singer,[1] worship leader and songwriter.[2][3] She gained popularity for her 2019 single "More than Gold".[4] She released her first single, "Nobody Else", in 2013 and released her debut album, Man of Galilee, in November 2019.[5]

Judikay
Birth nameJudith Kanayo
Born26 October
Abuja, Nigeria
OriginDelta State
Genres
Occupation(s)
  • Singer
  • songwriter
  • worship leader
Instrument(s)
  • Vocals
Years active2013–present
LabelsEezee Conceptz
Spouse(s)Anselem Ikechukwu Opara

Early life and education

Judikay was born in Sango Otta, Ogun State on 26 October, and was her parents' first child. She hails from Oshimili South Local Government Area of Delta State.[6] She obtained her secondary education from Dalos College, Ota, Ogun State, and has a Bachelor's Degree in Theatre Arts from the Redeemer’s University, Osun State.[7]

Music career

Judikay began her music journey as a chorister in her church, Christian Pentecostal Mission. Later on, she became a backup vocalist for Florocka.[8] In 2013, she released her first single titled "Nobody Else", marking her official appearance in the music scene. She gained popularity in 2019 when she released her second single “More than Gold”.[9][10]

On 25, February 2019, she was signed to EeZee Conceptz, a Nigerian gospel record label.[11] That same year in November, she released her first debut album "Man of Galilee", comprising 14 tracks.

In June 2022, Judikay debuted her second album "From this Heart" comprising 12 tracks including "Mudiana", "Jesus is Coming" and "Your Grace".[12][13] The album received a Boomplay Plaque after hitting 50 million streams on the global music network.[14][15]"Capable God" also ranked No. 1 on Boomplay's 2021 Top 50 Gospel Songs.[16]

She was featured by gospel artist, Enkay Ogburuche in a song titled “Delight” in January 2023.[17] She has collaborated with other gospel artists including Emmanuel Iren, Mercy Chinwo, Enkay Ogboruche and others.[18]

Discography

Albums
Year Released Title Details Ref
November 2019 Man of Gailee [19]
June 2022 From This Heart [20][21]

Singles
  • Jehovah'Meliwo ft 121 Selah[22][23] (2023)
  • I Bow (2022)
  • Your Grace (2022)
  • Daddy You Too Much (2022)
  • Elohim (2022)
  • The One For Me (2022)
  • Nothing Is Too Hard For You ft The Gratitude[24] (2021)
  • Songs of Angels (2019)
  • Fountain (2019)
  • More Than Gold ft Mercy Chinwo (2019)
  • Capable God (2019)
  • Satisfied (2017)
  • Have Your Way (2016)
  • Nobody Else (2013)

Personal life

Judikay married Ikechukwu Anselem Opara on 7 November 2020, in Lagos, Nigeria.[25] In March 2022, they announced the birth of their son.[26][27][28]

Awards and nominations

In November 2020, Judikay was mentioned on YNaija as one of the top 10 Gospel Artistes for October, 2020.[29]

Year Award Category Result Ref
2019 AGMMA Breakthrough Artiste of Excellence Won [30][31]
2020 Maranatha Awards Best Breakthrough Female Minister Won
Impact Gospel Awards African Artist of the Year Won [32]
2021 Maranatha Awards Gospel Song of The Year Nominated
2022 Vine Awards African Act of the Year Nominated [33]

References
  1. Nigeria, Guardian (2023-06-17). "At TAPE, Mercy Chinwo, Judikay, Prinx Emmanuel, others thrill audience". The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News. Retrieved 2023-07-14.
  2. Abiodun, Nejo. "Judikay, Sammie Okposo, Nathaniel Bassey, others set for Tope Alabi's concert". Punch Newspapers.
  3. "Sinach, Judikay others set for Emmanuel Iren's Apostolos album". The Nation Newspaper.
  4. "Top Nigerian Gospel Music Artists To Look Out For In 2023 » Yours Truly". www.yourstru.ly. 2023-01-21. Retrieved 2023-07-14.
  5. Dekolo, Jolomi (2023-05-04). "Judikay Gets Boomplay Plaque As Album Hits 50Million Streams On Global Music Network". Retrieved 2023-07-14.
  6. "Judikay Biography (Career, Net worth, Songs)". Naijabiography Media. Retrieved 2023-07-14.
  7. Man, The New (2023-07-13). "Biography of Minister Judith Kanayo (Judikay)". The New Man. Retrieved 2023-07-14.
  8. Shogbade, Praise (2022-09-13). "Top 10 Trending Gospel Songs in Nigeria 2022". rnn.ng. Retrieved 2023-07-14.
  9. "Know Judikay". EeZee Conceptz. Retrieved 2023-07-14.
  10. Reporter (2022-07-19). "Meet The Top Gospel Artistes Making Waves". City People Magazine. Retrieved 2023-07-14.
  11. "EeZee Conceptz Signs Gospel Music Minister Judikay Kanayo - Praiseworld Radio". Praiseworld Radio | Africa's #1 Online Gospel Radio Station | Nigeria. 2019-02-27. Retrieved 2023-07-14.
  12. "Judikay releases new video, 'Jesus Is Coming' | WATCH VIDEO!". NotjustOk. 2021-01-04. Retrieved 2023-07-14.
  13. BellaNaija.com (2022-06-10). "New Video: Judikay – Mudiana". BellaNaija. Retrieved 2023-07-14.
  14. "Judikay Reaches 50Million Streams On Boomplay Global Music Network". HENOTACE.ORG. 2023-05-04. Retrieved 2023-07-14.
  15. "Nigerian gospel hit by Judikay takes Kenya, Tik Tok by storm". The Standard. Retrieved 2023-07-14.
  16. "2021 Top 50 Gospel Songs". Boomplay.
  17. "Enkay Ogboruche's 'Declaration' featuring Judikay hits global music shelves". Tribune Online. 2023-02-24. Retrieved 2023-07-14.
  18. "Pastor Emmanuel Iren releases his debut album 'Apostolos' featuring Sinach, Judikay". Pulse Nigeria. 2022-08-08. Retrieved 2023-07-14.
  19. "Judikay - Man of Galilee (Album)". EeZee Conceptz. Retrieved 2023-07-14.
  20. "From This Heart by Judikay | Album". Afrocharts. Retrieved 2023-07-14.
  21. "Judikay's "From This Heart" is a Sure Conduit of God's Presence - Afrocritik". 2022-08-18. Retrieved 2023-07-14.
  22. Admin (2023-04-12). "Judikay out with new rendition of 'Song of Angels' now titled "Jehovah Meliwo" ft. 121Selah". WorshippersGh. Retrieved 2023-07-14.
  23. "Judikay Releases New Single, "Jehovah Meliwo" Feat. 121Selah". NotjustOk. 2023-04-09. Retrieved 2023-07-14.
  24. Muhonji, Muhunya (2023-02-19). "Powerful worship songs in Nigeria: 20 gospel tracks for prayer". Legit.ng - Nigeria news. Retrieved 2023-07-14.
  25. Idowu, Hannah (2021-08-23). "Full details of singer Judikay's marriage, husband and children". DNB Stories Africa. Retrieved 2023-07-14.
  26. "Gospel singer, Judikay Welcome First Child". The Nation.
  27. "Gospel Singer Judikay And Husband Anselem Opera Welcome First Child Together (Photos)". koko.ng. 2022-03-23. Retrieved 2023-07-14.
  28. "It's A Boy' – Singer Judikay And Husband Welcome First Child". Vanguard Allure.
  29. Onakoya, Toluwanimi (2020-11-08). "Sinach, Nathaniel Bassey, TY Bello | Meet YNaija's Top 10 Gospel Artistes for October » YNaija". YNaija. Retrieved 2023-07-14.
  30. "African Gospel Music & Media Awards (AGMMA) 2019". Step FWD UK Christian Chart. Retrieved 2023-07-14.
  31. Nkem, Collins (2019-06-04). "List Of Winners For The Africa Gospel Music & Media Awards (AGMMA 2019)". CeeNaija. Retrieved 2023-07-14.
  32. "Judikay Wins Impact African Artiste Of The Year Awards". Retrieved 2023-07-14.
  33. "Judikay, Moji Shortbaba, Pompi, and Limoblaze nominated for Vine Awards in Uganda. – Bloom Radio". Retrieved 2023-07-14.

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