Nigerian-born, US-based gospel artiste Eguono Emuraishe Onokpikini recently hosted a high-profile celebration in Detroit, Michigan, in honour of her husband, Etaroghene Kelvin Onokpikini, who marked his 45th birthday.
The event drew faith leaders, creatives, and prominent community figures, highlighting the couple’s strong spiritual bond and long-standing partnership. Emuraishe, renowned for her worship-focused music, framed the evening as both a tribute to her husband and a public expression of gratitude to God for sustaining their family and ministry.
Guests from several US states attended the celebration, including church leaders, industry collaborators, close family members, and friends.
Speakers lauded Onokpikini’s humility, character, and service, noting his support for his wife’s music ministry and contributions to faith-based community initiatives.
The event also marked the couple’s 19th wedding anniversary, creating a dual milestone celebration. Their enduring union, celebrated for shared faith and resilience, has produced five children, whose presence added emotional significance to the occasion.
Emuraishe delivered an emotional testimony during the event, shifting the tone from festivity to worship.
“I want to use this opportunity to thank God Almighty for His grace upon my husband and our five beautiful children. This is not me, it can only be God,” she said, earning sustained applause from the audience.
Her musical journey began in Warri, Delta State, where she joined her church youth choir as a teenager.
Over the years, she has transitioned from local worship to an international gospel stage, building a reputation for spiritually impactful performances and message-driven music.
Beyond music, Emuraishe has established herself as a creative entrepreneur.
She is a movie producer, writer, director, actor, CEO, brand ambassador, and executive producer.
Her latest single, My Capability, was produced by EeZee Conceptz, while her film project Weeping Heart showcases her dual role as executive producer and actor.
The Detroit celebration not only honoured Onokpikini but also reinforced the couple’s global influence, highlighting their shared impact in ministry, creative enterprise, and the broader cultural and faith community.
