Gospel Singer Nutty Josh Dies Days After Abuja Accident

Abuja — September 24, 2026

Nigeria’s gospel music community is mourning the death of gospel artiste Joshua Acheme Edache, popularly known as Nutty Josh, who died on Sunday, September 20, after suffering injuries in an accident in Abuja.

Reports indicate that the incident happened about five weeks before his death at a motorcycle training school in Abuja. Nutty Josh later experienced persistent headaches and breathing difficulties, and further medical examinations reportedly revealed internal injuries. He was subsequently placed in a medically induced coma before his death.

A voice in Nigerian Gospel Hip Hop

Nutty Josh, who hailed from Benue State, was known for combining gospel messages with rap and storytelling. His work contributed to the development of Gospel Hip Hop in Nigeria.

Among songs associated with his career are “Thankful,” “Way Maker,” “OMG” and “Too Much.” He also released projects including Gospel Rap Affair (GRA), Yield and Grace & Ease.

Details surrounding the accident

Some early reports gave conflicting accounts of how the accident occurred. Later reports said the incident involved a runaway driver at the training school, while clarifying that earlier descriptions of the vehicle involved were inaccurate. The exact medical cause of death has not been independently established in the reports reviewed.

Nutty Josh’s death has prompted tributes from members of Nigeria’s Christian music community, who are remembering him for his contribution to gospel music and his distinctive approach to Christian rap.

Monafrika Entertainment: The Nigerian gospel music scene has lost a young voice whose work helped connect Christian messages with contemporary hip-hop. His music and creative contribution will remain part of the growing story of Gospel Hip Hop in Nigeria.