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Journalists Celebrate With Nureni Makanjuola (MK) On His Birthday

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Joel Ajayi

It was galore of prayers, best and good wishes for a kindhearted, benevolent, and owner of water Football club, Abuja, Mureni Makanjuola popularly called MK, whom God has given the grace to see another year in the land of the living.

Call him a giver, without throwing it at someone’s face,  you make no mistake; call him  a good man, you are on the right track; call him a great man, you are saying nothing but the truth.

Today, many young talents realize their dreams especially in football courtesy of the Grace of God through MK, many are bread winners because of the free gifts of MK.

No wonder his club, Water FC, has produced exceptional players who have played for national teams including U-17, U-20, U-23 and the Super Eagles of Nigeria, because of his good heart.

MK, celebrates his birthday, on Monday 15th  August 2022.

However, the Management and entire staff of THE GLEAMER NEWS as well as Friends, offered quantum of prayers for the soft spoken man of peace,  energetic, handsome,  gentle-looking, benevolent, and selfless man.

In their different posts, many joined his family, friends, and associates on the WhatsApp platform to pray for good health, prosperity, and more riches from the giver of life (GOD) for the celebrant.

THE GLEAMER NEWS captured the wishes of the members on the platform.

Joel Ajayi wrote: “May the goodness and mercies of the heavens pour abundantly on you as you clock another year of your amazing existence. Happy birthday alias  Muwalla, Kajola Kajolowo.”

Obasi Micheal wrote: “I want to use this day to wish mr Nureni Makanjuola a big birthday shout out .I do not only wish him the very best of life but I pray that he lives to see more decades of life in good health and wealth.”

As For Olalekan Kilajolu, he wrote: “You have touched so many lives on and off the field of play. You took “all of us” as brothers and catered for us like family. May this new year usher you into greater heights. More Europe deal.”

OnwardNews wrote on WhatsApp; “Happy Birthday good man. God will make you bigger, great, happy and successful. Congratulations.”

As for Lafia Lafia, he wrote: “Happy birthday sir… Wullnp”On his wishes, Taofeek Lawal wrote: “Happy birthday and many happy returns.”

Queen Kada: “Happy Birthday sir , wishing you heaven’s blessings in abundance 🙏”

Dupe Oyewale Wrote: “God bless MK new age.”

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Mariaa Voice expands gospel music mission with ‘Akoko Mi’ and four-volume CCC Hymns series

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Maria Abimbola Iyaomolere, popularly known as Mariaa Voice, is expanding the scope of her gospel music ministry with a growing body of work that combines original inspirational music with a deliberate effort to preserve and promote the rich hymn tradition of the Celestial Church of Christ (CCC).

Following the release of her inspirational single, “Akoko Mi (My Season),” Mariaa Voice has continued to build on a musical journey that increasingly reflects both her artistic identity and her desire to use music as a vehicle for faith, learning and spiritual upliftment.

“Akoko Mi,” which translates to “My Season,” carries a message of hope, patience and divine timing. Re…
[9:59 am, 31/08/2026] Wikipedia Guy: Mariaa Voice expands gospel music mission with ‘Akoko Mi’ and four-volume CCC Hymns series

Maria Abimbola Iyaomolere, popularly known as Mariaa Voice, is expanding the scope of her gospel music ministry with a growing body of work that combines original inspirational music with a deliberate effort to preserve and promote the rich hymn tradition of the Celestial Church of Christ (CCC).

Following the release of her inspirational single, “Akoko Mi (My Season),” Mariaa Voice has continued to build on a musical journey that increasingly reflects both her artistic identity and her desire to use music as a vehicle for faith, learning and spiritual upliftment.

“Akoko Mi,” which translates to “My Season,” carries a message of hope, patience and divine timing. Released in 2026, the song presents a declaration that seasons change, doors open and transformation comes at the appointed time. Its accompanying visual further reinforces the message of trusting the process and remaining hopeful for what lies ahead.

For Mariaa Voice, however, the song represents only one part of a broader musical assignment.

A particularly significant aspect of her recent work has been the CCC Hymns project, which has now grown to four volumes. The project brings together hymns from the Celestial Church of Christ, with Mariaa Voice intentionally selecting many songs that are not among the more commonly known hymns regularly heard in church settings.
According to the gospel minister, some of the selections also draw from newer hymns contained in the CCC New Revised Standard version, allowing the project to introduce listeners to a wider range of the church’s musical heritage.
“So far I have done CCC HYMNS VOL 1, 2, 3 & 4,” she said, explaining the motivation behind the project.
“The majority of the hymns in each album are not the common ones, some are new hymns included in the CCC New Revised Standard version.”

For Mariaa Voice, the project goes beyond recording and releasing music. It is also an effort to help people discover and learn hymns that they may otherwise have little opportunity to encounter.

“The main reason behind it is not just to showcase the beautiful and spirit-filled hymns God has given the church, but it’s also an avenue for people to actually learn to sing these hymns,” she explained.

That approach has given the project a distinctive place within her growing catalogue. Rather than concentrating solely on contemporary gospel sounds, Mariaa Voice is using her vocal ability and recording experience to bring renewed attention to a repertoire rooted in the worship tradition of the Celestial Church of Christ.
Her official catalogue now features four volumes of the CCC Hymns project alongside original songs including “IRE,” “ORI MI,” “Sin Oluwa,” “Se’yanú” and “Oti Funmilayo.”
The development represents a natural progression for an artiste whose musical journey began in the church.

As previously documented, Mariaa Voice’s early exposure to music came through the church choir, including her time with the “Little Angels” choir, before her talent was recognised and she was encouraged to pursue music professionally.

Over the years, that foundation has developed into a career spanning gospel music, songwriting, recording, performance and voice-over artistry. Her repertoire has also demonstrated a willingness to explore different contemporary gospel influences while maintaining a strong emphasis on positive and uplifting messages.

With “Akoko Mi,” that message remains central.
The song is built around the reassurance that delay does not mean denial and that every individual has a season ordained for them.
“Akoko Mi (My Season) is not just a song, it’s a declaration,” Mariaa Voice said.
“A reminder that no matter how long it takes, your time will come. Transformation will happen. Doors will open. Grace will speak. Nothing can stop what God has already ordained for you.”
That message has become particularly consistent with the direction of her recent work, music that does not merely entertain but seeks to encourage listeners, strengthen their faith and point them towards hope.
While the CCC Hymns series looks back to a rich worship tradition and helps bring lesser-known hymns to a wider audience, “Akoko Mi” looks forward, offering a contemporary expression of faith and expectation.
Together, the two strands of her recent work reveal an artiste increasingly defining her ministry around both preservation and inspiration, preserving hymns that deserve to be heard while creating new music that speaks to the experiences and expectations of today’s listeners.
With four CCC Hymns volumes now completed and “Akoko Mi” adding another chapter to her catalogue, Mariaa Voice continues to carve out a distinctive space for herself as a gospel minister committed to using her voice not only to perform, but also to teach, inspire and preserve a musical heritage for the next generation.

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