Sammie Okposo, renowned gospel artiste is dead

Renowned Nigerian gospel musician, Sammie Okposo has died at the age of 51.

According to reports gathered, the renowned gospel musician slumped at a yet-to-be-disclosed hospital in Lagos state on Friday morning and died.

The singer allegedly died due to complications of hypertension.

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He was scheduled to perform at a Christmas concert alongside other renowned Christian artistes from across the country prior to his unfortunate demise.

Okposo made headlines early in the year after he publicly apologized to his wife, Ozioma for cheating on her with another lady in the United States.

In the apology which was shared on his Instagram page, the singer lamented over the incident which he noted happened in 2021.

The singer further stated that the development has seen him step aside from ministerial work until “full restoration.”