Biography of Sinach (Osinachi Kalu Okoro Egbu)

 Who is Sinach?

 What is Sinach’s full name?
Her birth name is Osinachi Kalu Okoro Egbu, born March 30, 1972, in Afikpo South, Ebonyi State, Nigeria 

Known globally as Sinach, she’s a singer, songwriter, author, and worship leader. She's served in ministry for over three decades, holding the role of Senior Worship Pastor at Loveworld (Christ Embassy).

Early Life and Education

Where did Sinach grow up and study?
Raised in a Christian, academically focused home—her father a civil servant, mother an educationist—Sinach excelled from childhood. The second of seven children, she completed primary and secondary school in Ebonyi State, then earned a B.Ed in Physics from the University of Port Harcourt in 1993. Though she began singing in 1989, formal music began after her conversion experience.

Musical Journey: From Choir to Global Stage

First Steps in Worship

She joined Christ Embassy’s choir and worked on staff—music was her calling, not a career move . In 2008, she released her debut album, Chapter One, featuring “This Is Your Season,” which earned Song of the Year in Nigeria.

Rise to Prominence

Over the years, Sinach authored over 200 songs.  Extensive translation and coverage led to global recognition:

• First African to top Billboard Christian Songwriters chart—12 weeks running as of May 2020 
• “Way Maker” (2015) became an anthem—ranking #1 on Christian church charts, winning Song of the Year at the 2020 GMA Dove Awards.
• In 2021, she earned the BMI Gospel Song of the Year for Way Maker, among the first Africans to do so.

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Albums & Hit Songs

People Also Ask: How many albums and songs has Sinach released?
She has produced 14 albums between 2007 and 2024. Highlights:

Year	Album / Single	Notable Songs
2007	Chapter One	“This Is Your Season”
2010–2014	Studio & Live Albums	I’m Blessed, The Name of Jesus, Rejoice
2015	Way Maker Single	Became a global soundtrack
2018–2024	Live, Acoustic, Studio Albums	Greatest Lord, Victory Sounds, etc.

Memorable singles include:

• “Way Maker” – prophetic, hope-filled anthem
• “I Know Who I Am”, “Great Are You Lord”, “He Did It Again”, “The Name of Jesus”, “Rejoice”, “Victory Is My Name”, and others 

Global Reach and Tours

 Has Sinach performed internationally?
Absolutely:

• Toured in over 50–56 countries, including the USA, UK, Canada, India, Brazil, Australia, Caribbean, Africa 
• Headlined global worship events (Sinach Live, Way Maker Tour), including major appearances in Lagos’ “The Experience” concerts
• Her music has been translated into 60+ languages, widely sung across church walls globally 

Awards & Honors

 What awards has Sinach won?

• 2008: “This Is Your Season” – Nigeria Song of the Year 
• 2016: LIMA Songwriter of the Decade; Groove Awards Western Africa Artist of the Year; African Achievers Award
• 2020: GMA Dove Award – Way Maker Song of the Year
• 2021: BMI Gospel Song of the Year – Way Maker
• 2020: First African woman to top Billboard Christian Songwriters 
• 2022: Became a voting member of the Grammy Recording Academy
• 2023: Appointed Global Ambassador by the government of Dominica 
• Recognitions: US Congressional      commendation in 2021; Bethlehem Hall of Faith 2017.

Personal Life & Philanthropy

Is Sinach married? Does she have children?
Yes:

• Married Joseph Egbu in 2014.
• They welcomed a daughter, Rhoda, announced during LIMA 2019.

 What charitable work does she do?
She co‑founded the Joseph & Sinach Foundation, which:

• Launched medical outreaches in Abia State serving 700 people 
• Provides scholarships, empowers widows and rural women, supports prisons and elderly homes 

 People Also Ask: Why is “Way Maker” so impactful?

• Based on biblical truths (John 14:6, Psalm 139, Psalm 136)
• Covered by global artists (Michael W. Smith, Bethel Music, Leeland, etc.)
• Became an anthem during COVID‑19 pandemic with viral hospital/church video tributes 

 Is It Biblical to Sing “Way Maker”?

Yes. Lyrics reference:

• “Way Maker” — John 14:6: “I am the way …”
• “Light in darkness” — John 8:12; “Promise keeper” — 2 Corinthians 1:20; God with us — Psalm 139.

Singing it aligns with Scripture and worship traditions that declare God's attributes through song.

 People Also Ask: Does Sinach write her own songs?

Yes—she writes and co‑writes all her music. Over 200 songs carry her writing credit.

 People Also Ask: Where can I listen to her music?

• Streaming: Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music
• YouTube: 1.8 M+ subscribers, 640M+ views.
• Royalty‑free downloads available on her official site for church use.
• Inked performances on contests, events, partnerships, and conferences.

Mentorship & Workshops

She founded the Sinach Music Workshop (SMW) to mentor worship leaders, songwriters, and creatives globally—partnering with GOSGEM on mentorship programs and competitions.

 Is It Biblical to Copyright Worship Music?

Sinach retains ownership but offers her songs royalty‑free for churches. This aligns with 1 Cor 9:14–18, where Paul recognized value in labor and rightful compensation.

 Final Reflection: The Gospel Through Worship

Sinach’s story—from physics graduate to global worship icon—demonstrates how authentic devotion, Scripture‑driven lyrics, and mission‑focused simplicity carry kingdom impact beyond borders. Her legacy is not trendy fame but lasting spiritual influence.

“Let everything that has breath praise the Lord!” —Psalm 150:6