KA NDI MUO OZI DUBA GI NA PARADISE

"Ka Ndi Muo Ozi Duba Gi Na Paradise" is a deeply moving Igbo setting of the traditional In Paradisum text, sung as a final farewell to a departed soul. In the Catholic liturgy, this prayer is typically raised at the very end of the Requiem Mass, accompanying the procession as the body is carried out of the church to its final resting place.

The lyrics carry a profound sense of hope and transition, asking the angels to lead the departed into paradise and the martyrs to welcome them into the holy city of Jerusalem. For a choir, singing these words is a solemn duty—a moment to offer comfort to grieving families while lifting the soul toward heaven. The gentle, steady rhythm of the piece reflects a peaceful journey homeward, making it a familiar and comforting presence for Nigerian congregations during burial ceremonies.