Emmanuel Iren
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| Birth name | Emmanuel Aniefiok Iren |
| Born | December 18, 1989 |
| Origin | Akwa Ibom, Nigeria |
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| Instruments | Vocals |
| Years active | 2008–present |
Emmanuel Aniefiok Iren (born 18 December, 1989) well known as Emmanuel Iren is a Nigerian preacher and gospel songwriter. He is the Founder of Celebration Church International (CCI), headquartered in Lagos, Nigeria.[1][2] In 2022, he debuted his first album Apostolos: Sounds of Transition[3][4]
Early life and education
Emmanuel Iren was born on 18 December, 1989 and hails from Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. He attained his primary education from Saint Bernadettes Nursery and Primary School in Ipaja, Lagos.[5] From there he moved to Queen’s Choice Nursery and Primary School College in Ikotun, Lagos and later attended Doregos Private Academy where he acquired his secondary education.[6]
In 2011, he obtained a Bachelor's Degree in Building Technology from Covenant University, Ota, Nigeria. He also holds a Masters in Business Administration (MBA) degree from the University of Lagos, Nigeria.[7]
Career
Ministry
In 2008, Emmanuel Iren started a Christian campus fellowship known as Triumphal Youth Fellowship as an undergraduate student in Covenant University. [8] The fellowship soon grew beyond the campus, and into a full-time ministry.[9]
On 11 November 2012, the Triumphal Church was opened in Lagos. Two years after, in 2014, it was renamed the Celebration Church International, also known as CCI.[10][11]
Presently, the Celebration Church International has over 7,000 members worldwide with 18 branches; 13 branches in Nigeria, 3 branches in the United Kingdom (London, Manchester and Birmingham) and 1 branch each in USA and Canada.[12]
Music career
In 2021, Emmanuel Iren was featured by Nigerian gospel artiste Odunayo Adebayo in the hit song "Zoe".[13]
In August 2022, he announced the release of his debut album Apostolos: Sounds of Transition, which comprised 13 tracks including Overcome, In Your Name, Holy Ghost and Glory. The album featured other gospel artistes like Sinach and Judikay.[14][15][16] Shortly after its release, the album peaked as one of the top 10 on Apple Music.[17][18]
Discography
Albums
| Year of Release | Title | Details | Ref |
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| 2022 | Apostolos: Voice of Transition |
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Singles
- Grace Changes Everything (feat Sinach)
- Overcome (feat E-Daniels)
- Prophetic Chant (feat Nosa)
- Fire On My Altar
- The Glory (feat Outburst Music Group)
- Yes To Your Will
Bibliography
- Leading Seeks You[21]
- Purposefully[22]
- Am I Being Fooled? FAQs about God, the Bible and Jesus Christ
- Saving Grace
- Come To Me Bible Book
Personal life
Aged 24, Iren married Laju Iren in November 2014.[23][24][25] They have three daughters.
Recognition
- In 2021, he was mentioned in YNaija Magazine among the 100 most influential people in ministry in Nigeria.[2]
References
- ↑ "'We must have audacity to embrace vision regardless of culture'". The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News. 2020-11-07. Retrieved 2023-05-15.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 Omoleye, Omoruyi. "#YNaijaChurch100: Mercy Chinwo, Banky W, Sam Adeyemi | See the 100 Most Influential People in Christian Ministry in Nigeria". YNaija.
- ↑ "Emmanuel Iren Features Sinach, Others In Apostolos Album". Independent Newspaper.
- ↑ Rapheal (2022-10-07). "Pastor Emmanuel Iren's Apostolos makes waves". The Sun Nigeria. Retrieved 2023-05-15.
- ↑ admin (2023-02-01). "Biography Of Apostle Emmanuel Iren". Christian Gospel songs - Christian ebooks | Christiandiet. Retrieved 2023-05-26.
- ↑ Man, The New. "Biography of Apostle Emmanuel Iren". The New Man. Retrieved 2023-05-15.
- ↑ "Meet The Convenant University Graduate Who Is The Lead Pastor Of Churches In Nigeria And Canada |". 2020-11-05. Retrieved 2023-05-15.
- ↑ Solomon, Elusoji. "Emmanuel Iren Is Leading A Generation To Faith". Channels Television.
- ↑ "Celebration Church celebrates 10 years, releases documentary". The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News. 2022-11-16. Retrieved 2023-05-15.
- ↑ Adedeji, Olamipo (2021-01-19). "Emmanuel Iren: The New Face of Nigerian Charismatic Movement". Daily Trust. Retrieved 2023-05-15.
- ↑ "Shuzia Blog". blog.shuzia.com. Retrieved 2023-05-15.
- ↑ "Celebration Church celebrates 10 years, releases documentary". The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News. 2022-11-16. Retrieved 2023-05-15.
- ↑ "Odunayo Adebayo Ft. Pastor Iren - ZOE (The Life of Christ) Mp3 Download & Lyrics | NgHype". nghype.com. Retrieved 2023-05-15.
- ↑ "Emmanuel Iren Set to Release Apostolos Album, Features Sinach, Judikay and others – THISDAYLIVE". www.thisdaylive.com. Retrieved 2023-05-15.
- ↑ "Emmanuel Iren drops apostolos album today". The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News. 2022-08-06. Retrieved 2023-05-15.
- ↑ admin (2022-08-10). "Pastor Emmanuel Iren's Debut Album "Apostolos"". The Street Journal. Retrieved 2023-05-25.
- ↑ Nigeria, Guardian (2022-10-01). "Iren's Apostolos debuts on Apple Music's Top 10". The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News. Retrieved 2023-05-25.
- ↑ Faith, Adeoye (2022-10-01). "Apostolos becomes first Christian album to hit top 10 chart since 2021". Tribune Online. Retrieved 2023-05-26.
- ↑ Mix, Pulse (2022-08-08). "Pastor Emmanuel Iren releases his debut album 'Apostolos'". Pulse Nigeria. Retrieved 2023-05-15.
- ↑ "Listen To Pastor Emmanuel Iren's Debut Album "Apostolos"". The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News. 2022-08-10. Retrieved 2023-05-15.
- ↑ "Leading Seeks You". Goodreads. Retrieved 2023-05-15.
- ↑ "Emmanuel Iren Books. Amazon.com". www.amazon.com. Retrieved 2023-05-16.
- ↑ Rapheal (2020-11-13). "Why I married early at 24 –Emmanuel Iren, songwriter/cleric". The Sun Nigeria. Retrieved 2023-05-15.
- ↑ "My experience in my Marriage of two years-Laju Iren". '. 2016-11-01. Retrieved 2023-05-15.
- ↑ "Marriage and ministry - building a vision with someone who believes in it". The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News. 2022-04-04. Retrieved 2023-05-15.
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