ZIM–Niger Gospel Flair, One to Remember

Oscar J Jeke

Zim Now Reporter

The UFIC Basilica was transformed into a sea of worship and jubilation yesterday as Zimbabwean and Nigerian gospel powerhouses delivered a spiritually charged performance that many attendees say will be etched in memory for years to come.

The Relentless Worship 2025 event, headlined by celebrated Nigerian artists Sunmisola and Ebuka Songs, alongside Zimbabwean favourites Minister Michael Mahendere, Psalmist Hubert C, Worshipper Larry Gunda, Tatenda Masara, Carol Nyakuba, and the UFIC Choir, drew thousands from across the country and beyond.

From midday to 7:00 PM, the Basilica reverberated with soul-stirring melodies, spontaneous praise sessions, and powerful moments of prayer. Attendees, some moved to tears, described the atmosphere as “electrifying yet deeply sacred.”

Revellers expressed deep spiritual meanings drawn from the worship concert, with one, Rufaro Mafuse noting, “I’ve never experienced worship like this before. The presence of God was so strong, I found myself on my knees without even realising it.”

Another, Blessing Chihwita, praising Nigerian guest, Sunmisola’s voice as “a gift straight from heaven. When she sang ‘My Daddy My Daddy,’ the whole place was in tears. I will never forget it.”

“I came expecting good music, but what I got was a revival in my heart. The Nigerian and Zimbabwean artists blended perfectly,” Tendai Kusakara said .

Sunmisola and Ebuka Songs both expressed gratitude to Zimbabwean fans for the overwhelming reception, with Ebuka calling it “one of the most passionate worship crowds” he has ever ministered to.

Sunmisola relayed the same, noting, “It was amaizing ministering to te crowd, our first assaignment is to win souls and singing is just a medium to accomplish that.”

Zimbabwean minisiter, Worshiper Larry Gunda also noted, “I was so much excited, especially seeing people respond to what I was ding, it was special.”

Minister Mahendere gave an appreciation of the atmosphere that engulved the Basilica noting that it was was a moment of “Relentless worship.”

Relentless Worship, now a key fixture on the regional gospel calendar, once again demonstrated its capacity to merge artistry and spirituality, leaving organisers and worshippers already anticipating the next edition.