In the rich history of the Celestial Church of Christ (CCC), few names resonate as deeply as the late Aderemi Olabamiji Agboola. A gifted musician and devoted member of the church, Agboola spent decades shaping the sound of worship through his powerful compositions and collaborations.
Born on October 27, 1951, in Igbajo, Osun State, Agboola hailed from a lineage that spanned both Osun and Kwara states. His father, Daniel Tomiwa Agboola, was from Igbajo, while his mother, Awobuade Agboola, was of royal heritage from Offa. Despite his broad ancestral ties, his Yoruba roots remained firmly embedded in his identity.
Agboola’s educational journey took him from African Primary School, Igbajo, to Ilobu, Osun State, where he completed his secondary education at Kiriji Grammar School, Igbajo. However, his true passion lay in music and the arts, which eventually led him to Ibadan in search of greater opportunities.
It was in Ibadan that his path took a defining turn. Introduced to the Celestial Church of Christ by Assistant Superior Evangelist Oluwole Oladejo Adetiran, the then-Music Director of CCC Worldwide, Agboola embraced the faith and began his journey as a church musician. He was guided through his spiritual growth at CCC Yemetu Parish before eventually becoming a key figure at CCC Army Barracks Road, Mokola.
With a career spanning several decades, Agboola recorded 14 personal albums, including the widely recognized Asiwere Eniyan lo so pe Olorun o si. He also contributed to at least eight albums for CCC Mokola and collaborated on countless projects with various choirs and artists. His notable songs include Bibeli, Jesu Nke, Mo Bo Lowo Isoro, and A O Pade Lese Jesu, among others.
Despite his deep commitment to CCC, Agboola expressed concerns over the current state of the church, lamenting a departure from its foundational values. He urged younger generations to seek guidance from elder church leaders before their wisdom was lost. He credited figures such as SBJ Oshoffa, A.A. Bada, S.O. Ajanlekoko, and M.O. Adekanmbi for shaping his faith and musical career.
As a musician, minister, and mentor, the late Agboola remained a key figure in CCC’s history, his music continuing to inspire worshippers across generations. His passing marks the end of an era, but his legacy lives on in the hearts of those he touched through his melodies and ministry.
