For the second year running, Minister Segun Oluwayomi, popularly known as “Omo Arugbo Ojo”, has won The Podium Magazine’s Lifetime Achievement in Music Award in the Contemporary Gospel Music Category. He spoke to Ademola Akinbola on the award and his plans.
How do you feel about winning this achievement award?
Honestly, I’m overwhelmed with joy, and I’m so grateful. This award means more to me than words can fully express. Because, for me, it goes beyond just an award. It’s the recognition of the long nights, the silent prayers, and the relentless faith. It tells me that every sound I played from my saxophone, every prophetic word I shared, every move of obedience to God’s call, wasn’t in vain. I see this award as God saying, “I see you, my son. Well done.”
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Were you expecting to win?
Not at all, I wasn’t. To be sincere, there were times I even wondered if anyone noticed the path I’ve chosen to tread. I’ve been more focused on fulfilling my purpose than gaining recognition, so I was shocked when I got the news. I teared up, not out of surprise, but because I saw how God rewards faithfulness, even when you think no one is watching.
What are the things that you think won the award for you?
I believe it was consistency, sincerity, and the heart behind my music. My journey has always been beyond melodies, it’s about healing, deliverance, and divine encounters. I’ve stayed true to my calling, refusing to dilute the message for fame or clout. I also think my unique style, blending hymns with African rhythms through AlujoHymn Fusion, has touched hearts in ways I never imagined. God truly did the work; I’m just a vessel.
Great. Tell us more about your music career
I started humbly in Ilorin, where I grew up as the first son of a modest family. Music found me early, and I later pursued it formally at Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife. Over the years, my saxophone became more than an instrument. It became a voice. Through it, God has healed people of hemorrhoids, cancer, and deep emotional traumas, sometimes just through radio broadcasts or a livestream. I’ve faced betrayals, setbacks, even spiritual battles, but every challenge has only strengthened my resolve. My journey is a testimony of what God can do with a yielded life.
What are your plans for expansion and modernization?
We’re working on establishing a global AlujoHymn Fusion Network that trains young musicians to minister with skill and spirit. I’m also investing in digital platforms to reach a broader audience, especially the younger generation. There’s a plan for a mentorship academy, more international collaborations, and tech-driven productions. But beyond all that, my goal is to preserve the purity of gospel music while embracing the tools of modern times to amplify the message.
