Oni l'ọjọ pe

"Oni l'ọjọ pe" (Today is the day) is a lively Yoruba thanksgiving and offertory song that radiates pure gratitude. The piece centers on thanking God, addressed as Edumare (the Creator) and Olupese (the Provider), for the gift of life and the blessing of seeing another day. With its joyful declaration that "today is the day," it captures the exuberant spirit of a congregation coming forward to present their gifts and praises to the Lord.

Arranged by Daniel Ebhomien, the solfa notation builds from a bright unison call into rhythmic, layered harmonies. The choir leads the people in counting their blessings, singing of receiving wealth upon wealth and honour upon honour ("ọla kun ọla, iyi kun iyi"). The recurring chorus anchors the song in a communal spirit of appreciation, repeatedly thanking Jesus and the Father in heaven for their continuous protection.

In the choir loft, this song is a favorite for special celebrations, harvest thanksgivings, and the Offertory procession. Its energetic tempo and inviting lyrics, calling on all "children of salvation" to sing alleluya, make it impossible to sit still. It moves the congregation because it speaks directly to the shared human experience of surviving and thriving by God's grace, ensuring that the crown on our heads will not be scattered.