Judges
Four working professionals — musicians, performers, producers and ministers — each weighing a different part of the sound.
Music Minister & Recording Artiste
Minister Omotolani Olawunmi Sorunke is a passionate and seasoned music minister, recording artiste, and Provincial Music Director of RCCG Ogun Province 6. She is deeply committed to using music as an instrument of worship, encouragement, and the propagation of the Gospel. With a strong understanding that gospel music is about ministering a message, not merely performing a song, she brings remarkable stage presence, vocal expression, and ministry experience to EMERGE GMC. Having ministered on various exalted altars and released an album alongside singles such as "Resurrection Praise" and "Ogo," she brings valuable insight into both musical expression and spiritual depth. As a judge, she pays particular attention to the lyrics, message, and effectiveness of each contestant's ministry, ensuring that every performance communicates more than just beautiful sound.
Music Minister & Pastor
Pastor Adeniyi Gold is a distinguished music minister, pastor, and seasoned leader with a strong track record of excellence in Christian music and ministry. He currently serves as the Pastor of RCCG Glory Producers Family, where he continues to inspire and nurture lives through sound biblical leadership and music ministry. He is the Music Coordinator for the Ogun Family, contributing significantly to the development and coordination of young music ministers within the state. As a powerful and experienced music minister, he has graced numerous platforms, concerts, events, and ministry programs, playing key roles in seeing many of them achieve remarkable success. At EMERGE Gospel Music Competition, he brings a valuable combination of spiritual discernment, musical expertise, leadership experience, and performance insight, making him a distinguished voice in identifying and nurturing emerging gospel music talents.
Keyboardist & Music Minister
Pst. (Esv) Yemi Adebajo is a pastor at the RCCG, Jesus Comfort Parish, a seasoned keyboardist, and a passionate music enthusiast with a deep understanding of music and musical performance. He coordinated the widely acclaimed Ogun '26 Mass Choir Classical Presentation in 2022, showcasing his expertise in musical coordination and direction. Over the years, he has also worked with various gospel ministers, bringing his wealth of musical knowledge and experience to different ministry platforms. With his strong musical insight, instrumental expertise, and understanding of gospel music, Pst. Yemi Adebajo brings valuable experience and discernment to the EMERGE Gospel Music Competition judging panel.
CEO & Chief Producer, Dreamland Music Studio | Provincial Music Director, RCCG Ogun Province 1
Min. Demola Praise is an energetic minister with a deep passion for the Gospel and a strong desire to see the impact of Jesus felt everywhere. He is the CEO and Chief Producer at Dreamland Music Studio, Abeokuta, he also serves as the provincial Music director of RCCG Ogun Province 1, and has ministered on several exalted platforms both within and outside Ogun State. With a keen ear for musical excellence, Min. Demola Praise will be judging the contestants specifically on syncopation and rhythm, bringing his wealth of musical and ministerial experience to the competition.
The criteria
