Ojochene Mi

"Ojochene Mi" by Jude Nnam is a joyful, rhythmic piece that blends English verses with an infectious Igala refrain. The title points to God as our keeper and defender, a theme that bursts through the refrain: "If God be for us, who can be against us." It is the kind of song that instantly lifts the mood in the choir loft and the pews alike.

Often sung during the Offertory or as a Recessional hymn, it carries a steady, confident march. The verses are actually drawn from a classic hymn of trust ("I trust in God wherever I may be"), but set to a fresh, vibrant melody that feels entirely at home in a Nigerian Catholic Mass.

What makes this arrangement so loved is how it moves from the quiet, steadfast assurance of the verses—singing of God's care for the rose, the eagle, and the lonely sheep—into the full-throated praise of the chorus. When the choir hits the line "I will shout for joy, praise His name," you can feel the congregation's spirit rise. It is a wonderful choice for celebrations and thanksgiving, reminding everyone that the Omnipotent God truly cares for us.