What are the lyrics of Ese Ohe by Omokhodion Iyo Atalakpa Henry?

“Ese Ohe” begins: Ese no se lu mhan o han mi lo… Read the full lyrics on ChoirPDFs.

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Ese Ohe was composed by Omokhodion Iyo Atalakpa Henry.

Ese Ohe by Omokhodion Iyo Atalakpa Henry — Lyrics & Sheet Music (PDF)

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Added Sep 29, 2025

Composer: Omokhodion Iyo Atalakpa Henry

Uploaded By: Choir PDFs

Format: Solfa

Language: Esan

Pages: 2 pages

Ese Ohe by Omokhodion Iyo Atalakpa Henry — Lyrics

Ese no se lu mhan o han mi lo O na bho khun va te kpe mie be mhan kua Ese no se lu mhan o han mi lo O kpe mie be mhan kua O luese noi gbo kan O luese le noi gbo kan e se o he ese no se lu ni mhan aimie bare Kho kho le iyen len no re ni mhan efue gbe no re ni mhan len e seo he no re ni mhan eghen gho no re ni mhan oba luese se o igbo kan e se o igbo kan e se o igbo kan e se ohe noi gbo kan iyen len ni mhan refu bheghe ni mhan omei toban junan eghe re lo he so se e seo he so se e seo he so se e seo he so se e seo he no ni mhan rhe kio ya o halue

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About Ese Ohe

"Ese Ohe" is a vibrant Esan choral piece that celebrates the unmerited goodness of God. The words evoke a deep sense of gratitude for a free gift or grace, reflecting on the boundless blessings the Almighty pours out from heaven ("O na bho khun"). It is a song of thanksgiving, acknowledging that God’s goodness towards us is something we could never earn, yet He continuously provides and protects.

In the choir loft, this piece is a joy to sing, especially during the Offertory or as a lively Recessional hymn. The 2005 arrangement by Omokhodion Iyo and Atalakpa Henry builds beautifully, starting with a unified melody before breaking into a rich, rhythmic polyphony. The driving, percussive bassline and the soaring solo calls of "O luese le noi gbo kan" create an infectious energy that naturally moves the congregation to dance as they bring their gifts to the altar.

Singing "Ese Ohe" brings a distinctly indigenous, celebratory feel to the Mass. The rhythmic interplay between the voice parts captures the heart of Nigerian Catholic thanksgiving, where voices and movement all come together to thank God for His endless grace.