AMI NYEKOM OBONG ABASI MI

"Ami Nyekom Obong Abasi Mi" is a vibrant Efik song of thanksgiving, widely sung by choirs across Nigeria during moments of deep gratitude. The title translates to "I will praise the Lord my God," setting a joyful and declarative tone from the very first measure. It is an ideal piece for the Offertory or Thanksgiving procession, where the entire congregation comes forward to offer their gifts and express their thanks for God's enduring love.

The music carries a lively, rhythmic energy that naturally invites movement and celebration. As the choir sings "Edikom Abasi mi" (Come thank my God), they call the assembly into a shared act of worship. The piece builds toward a bright, resounding "Alleluia," lifting the spirit of the Mass.

What makes this song particularly engaging is its use of call-and-response questions in the later verses. The choir asks, "Mee anie okpofon nte Jesus?" (Who is as good as Jesus?), allowing the singers to reflect on God's mercy and greatness. By swapping in different attributes of God across the verses, the choir creates a dynamic and deeply personal song of praise that resonates powerfully in the choir loft and the pews alike.