CHIKWADO

"Chikwado" is a vibrant and deeply grateful Offertory hymn by Jude Nnam that celebrates God as our ultimate supporter and provider. The title itself points to the Lord who backs us up and sustains us. When the choir launches into the lively refrain, it is a joyful announcement that God’s people have arrived to praise Him for His overwhelming goodness and the blessings that literally "keep us awake" with gratitude.

The verses draw on powerful scriptural imagery to express total reliance on God. Verse one praises the Almighty who rescues us from the pit of death and sets our feet on solid rock, while the second verse beautifully echoes Psalm 23, acknowledging the Lord as the Good Shepherd whose rod and staff bring comfort. By the time the choir reaches the third verse, the focus shifts directly to the altar. We sing of bringing our pure, holy gifts—asking God to accept them just as He accepted the offerings of Abel.

With its energetic tempo and rich Igbo choral harmonies, this piece is a favorite for the presentation of gifts. It encourages the entire congregation to dance forward with their offerings, confident that the living God is the one who truly supports and blesses their lives.