Dusin Oyekan: Biography, Net Worth, Ministry And Career Highlights
Full Name: Dunsin Oyekan (nicknamed The Eagle).
Date & Place of Birth: Born on November 5, 1984, in Ilorin, Kwara State, Nigeria
Family & Musical Roots: Son of Pastor Gbadebo Oyekan, former General Overseer of the Evangelical Baptist Church and leader of the worship group “Spiritual Singers.” Raised in a spiritually rich musically inclined home
Education & Musical Beginning: Studied Industrial Chemistry at the University of Ilorin. At age 10, he began playing guitar under his father's encouragement, marking the start of his musical calling.
Ministry & Career Highlights
Full-time Worship Ministry (2014): In 2014, he heeded a divine call and transitioned fully into worship ministry, leaving academia behind
Albums & Musical Output:
Debut album: Code Red (2016, 14 tracks)
Other albums include Kingdom Now (2019), The Gospel of the Kingdom (2021), The Glory Experience – Songs of Zion, The Birth of Revival (2023)
Notable Songs and Collaborations:
Popular worship tracks: "Open Up," "If All I Say Is Jesus," "Imole De," "Na You," "You Are Good," among others
Shared stage with international gospel artists including Tasha Cobbs, Kim Burrell, Don Moen, Kurt Carr, William Murphy, Frank Edwards, and Sinach
Worship Platforms & Events:
Founder and convener of worship encounters such as the Code Red Worship Experience, Healing Room Worship Event, Upper Room, The Outpouring, an annual Code Red gathering, and other revivalist events
Recognition & Influence:
Named one of the “100 Most Influential People in Christian Ministry in Nigeria” by YNaija
“Imole De” nominated for Song of Excellence at AGMMA (Africa Gospel Music and Media Awards) in 2019
His albums have topped gospel charts domestically and internationally
Net Worth
- Various estimates place his net worth between $200,000 and $300,000:
- Sources like GistLover and ThrillNG estimate around $200,000
- Wikilifeng, Kashgain, and similar outlets suggest around $300,000 as of 2024
- Income streams include music production, streaming royalties, live performances, ministry events, and possible brand partnerships or endorsements
Personal Life
Marriage & Family: Married Adedoyin Oyekan (met at university) on February 2, 2013. They had two children together before her passing on May 18, 2019
Resilience & Legacy of Faith: Despite personal loss, Dunsin continues in ministry, often attributing his strength to his faith, and continues to nurture his children's spiritual upbringing alongside his growing worship ministry
Aspect Details
Birth & Roots - Born 1984, Ilorin; only son of a pastor-musician father.
Education - Industrial Chemistry at University of Ilorin.
Musical Start - Guitar training at age 10; choir involvement from childhood.
Ministry Start - Full-time worship ministry began in 2014.
Albums - Code Red, Kingdom Now, The Gospel of the Kingdom, The Birth of Revival, etc.
Key Platforms - Code Red, Healing Room, Upper Room, The Outpouring.
Recognition - Featured among top ministry influencers; award nominations.
Net Worth - Estimated between $200K–$300K.
Personal Life - Widower since 2019, father of two, continues impactful ministry.