CHIZARA M

"Chizara M" (God Answered Me) is a vibrant Igbo thanksgiving song composed by Jude Nnam. It captures the overflowing joy of a believer whose prayers have been heard, opening with the heartfelt question, "What shall I use to thank my God?" The song is a beloved staple in Nigerian Catholic parishes, especially during the Offertory or the main Thanksgiving procession, where the congregation dances forward to present their gifts and tithes at the altar.

The arrangement is rich with rhythmic energy, explicitly calling on the choir and the people to bring out the traditional instruments—the ogene (metal gong) and ịgba (drum)—to celebrate God's goodness. The choral parts mimic these instruments with lively "Biam, biam! Dum, dum!" vocal percussion, creating a layered, festive sound. Through its sweeping harmonies and deeply relatable lyrics about surviving the storms of life, the piece perfectly embodies the communal celebration and profound gratitude that define Nigerian liturgical worship.