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Minister GUC: The Journey of a Rising Gospel Music Star

Minister GUC: The Journey of a Rising Gospel Music Star
  • PublishedAugust 9, 2025

Have you ever wondered who the voice behind the spirit-filled and soul-lifting song “I Will Put You in front, in front of My Melody” is? If yes, then you are in the right place to get to know more about the anointed Minister GUC.

1. Background

Gift Ugochi Christopher (well known by his stage name Minister GUC) is a young, vibrant and anointed gospel singer who hails from Rivers State in Nigeria. Born into a Christian home on October 8, 1993, the young lad grew to become a lover of music.

As a teenager, he joined the choir unit in his local church due to his love for God and worship songs.  He attended the University of Port Harcourt (UniPort), Rivers state, where he studied Philosophy.

2. Minister GUC Journey into Music

Young GUC loved singing in the choir unit of his local church, and that was where it all began. His degree in Philosophy didn’t take away from him his God giving talent. His earliest passion for music started with a group of friends in Port Harcourt, and as time rolled by, he got signed into a record label, EeZee Conceptz, in November 2019 with other renowned gospel artiste like Mercy Chinwo and a few others.

By December 2020, the phenomenal gospel artiste and songwriter released his first ever album titled “The Message” which gained recognition far and wide. His hit track “All that matters” became a frequent song in churches and other Christian gatherings.

With this album out on sale, the young gospel artiste became officially recognized both locally and internationally as believers, both young and old, look forward to hosting this anointed gospel minister, who brings powerful and spirit-filled sound from the throne of heaven.

In the year 2020, due to the impact his song had on both young and old, he was nominated to receive an award in the upcoming Maranatha awards USA Awards.

And in April 2022, another spirit-filled Album, titled “To Yahweh’s Delight” was released with a number of 13 songs which is known to have blessed thousands of listeners. Click the link below to listen and download his latest album.

Click DOWNLOAD: Minister GUC – To Yahweh’s Delight [Full Album] (justgospel.com.ng)

Here are 4 lessons to learn from the phenomenal gospel singer.

  • Don’t give up on your dream:
    Despite studying Philosophy in the University, Minister GUC did not lose sight of what his God-giving talent is.
  • Don’t be afraid to take the next step:
    Getting signed into the EeZee Conceptz record label was the next step needed to actualize his dream. If he had not taken that step, we probably won’t have known this anointed gospel music star whose songs have been a blessing to thousands of lives.
  • Be a blessing to others:
    In a bid to help upcoming music ministers, Minister GUC runs an online forum for young music ministers on telegram, where he shares tips from his experience in the field.
  • God still speaks:
    This internationally recognized gospel minister has proven with his life that God can send a message to this generation just as He did in the times of old. His songs are filled with timely messages pointing this generation back to God.
    Which of these lessons stand out for you?

He is happily married to his beautiful wife and blessed with a beautiful daughter.

Minister GUC and his lovely wife
Minister GUC and his lovely wife.

You can find him on Instagram @ministerguc

Conclusion

There is no doubt that this journey has been one of growth and consistency. From his first album “The Message” to his latest album “To Yahweh’s Delight”, the lyric of each song expresses a life devotedly sold out to God. Indeed, God is in the business of raising worshippers after His own heart.

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Have you listened to the latest album? Tell us what your favourite song is in the comment section. 

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