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Ma Kpomwosa was composed by Ogidi Osahon Godsend.

Ma Kpomwosa by Ogidi Osahon Godsend — Lyrics & Sheet Music (PDF)

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Added Sep 29, 2025

Composer: Ogidi Osahon Godsend

Uploaded By: Choir PDFs

Format: Staff & Solfa

Language: Edo

Pages: 39 pages

Ma Kpomwosa by Ogidi Osahon Godsend — Lyrics

[Tenor Solo] Osalobua nomwemtinhia laho mien izohe ogh'e [Soprano] Kpomwen mwan Orhizohe ogh'ekpomwen mwan Osanerha Osanomon Enohuaren Oh ma rhe nimahia do rhie kpomwen nuen Osanerha Osanomon Enohuaren Oh ma rhe nimahia do rhie kpomwen nuen We se nu na rhi mien fan ni Ma we se nu na vi'o ru kho ma hia Kua hmmm ahh Eh oh Eh oh Enoyaemwan do rie kpomwen Ma uwese vbegbima Jesu uwese vbegbima Jesu Ekpomwen oke nuen Baba ekpomwen oke nuen Baba [Tenor Solo] Ma hia rie kpomwen nuen Jesu mwen ma hia do we u we se vbe gbi ma hia [Soprano] Rh'uyi Nosa rh'uyi Nosa rh'uyi n'Osa

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About Ma Kpomwosa

"Ma Kpomwosa" is a vibrant Edo thanksgiving anthem composed by Ogidi Osahon Godsend. Built on a foundation of traditional percussion—including the udu, agogo, shekere, and congas—the piece brings a deeply indigenous, celebratory rhythm to the choir loft. The lyrics open with a plea to the Almighty, "Osalobua nomwemtinhia laho mien izohe ogh'e," asking God to accept the offerings brought before Him.

The arrangement shines through its dynamic use of call-and-response. Tenor and soprano soloists take turns leading the congregation in praise, weaving through expressions of gratitude for God's protection and goodness. The full choir answers with soaring, harmonized responses like "Rh'uyi n'Osa" (Give glory to God), creating a swelling sense of communal worship.

Because of its explicit focus on presenting gifts and giving thanks, this piece is a perfect fit for the Offertory procession or as a lively thanksgiving hymn. It captures the joyful, dancing spirit of Nigerian Catholic worship, inviting everyone to bring their gratitude to the altar.