Emmanuel Aniefiok Iren, born on December 18, 1989, popularly known as Emmanuel Iren is a Nigerian preacher and gospel songwriter. He is the Founder of Celebration Church International (CCI), headquartered in Lagos, Nigeria. In 2018, he debuted his first album Kerygma and in 2022, he released his second album Apostolos:Voice of Transition.
Profile Summary
| Name: | Emmanuel Aniefiok Iren |
| Date of Birth: | December 18, 1989 |
| State of Origin: | Akwa Ibom State |
| Nationality: | Nigeria |
| Occupation: | Preacher and Gospel Songwriter |
| Net Worth: | $300,000 |
| Wife: | Laju Iren |
Early Life and Education
Emmanuel Iren was born on December 18, 1989 and hails from Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. He attained his primary education from Saint Bernadettes Nursery and Primary School in Ipaja, Lagos.
From there, he moved to Queen’s Choice Nursery and Primary School College in Ikotun, Lagos and later attended Doregos Private Academy where he acquired his secondary education.
In 2011, he obtained a Bachelor’s Degree in Building Technology from Covenant University, Ota, Nigeria. He also holds a Masters in Business Administration (MBA) degree from the University of Lagos, Nigeria.
Career
In 2008, Emmanuel Iren started a Christian campus fellowship known as Triumphal Youth Fellowship as an undergraduate student in Covenant University. The fellowship soon grew beyond the campus walls, and into a full-time ministry.
On November 11, 2012, the Triumphal Church was opened in Lagos. Two years later, in 2014, it was renamed the Celebration Church International, also known as CCI.
Presently, the Celebration Church International has over 7,000 members worldwide with 21 branches: 14 branches in Nigeria, 4 branches in the United Kingdom (London, Manchester, Birmingham and Glasgow) and 2 branches in Canada (Toronto and Ottawa) and a branch in (Dallas), USA.
Emmanuel Iren debuted his first album Kerygma in 2017 with the Outburst Music Group. In 2021, he was featured by Nigerian gospel artiste Odunayo Adebayo in the hit song Zoe.
In August 2022, he announced the release of his debut album Apostolos: Voice of Transition, which comprised 13 tracks including Overcome, In Your Name, Holy Ghost and Glory.
The album featured other gospel artistes like Sinach, Nosa and Judikay. Shortly after its release, the album peaked as one of the top 10 on Apple Music.
Songs
- Grace Changes Everything (feat Sinach)
- Overcome (feat E-Daniels)
- Prophetic Chant (feat Nosa)
- Fire On My Altar
- The Glory (feat Outburst Music Group)
- Yes To Your Will
- Zoe (Odunayo Adebayo feat Emmanuel Iren)
- Bo Ta Jor (Prinx Emmanuel feat Emmanuel Iren)
Emmanuel Iren Net worth
Emmanuel Iren has an estimated net worth of $300,000. Emmanuel Iren is a popular Nigerian preacher and gospel songwriter.
Personal Life
At age 24, Emmanuel Iren married Laju Iren in November 2014. They have three daughters and one son.
