The Mountain Top Chorale of the Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries (MFM) has returned to Nigeria after making history at the 2026 World Choir Games in Helsingborg, Sweden, where it emerged champion in the Spiritual category and won two gold medals.
The choir was welcomed home by church members and supporters following its outstanding performance at the global competition, widely regarded as the “Olympics of choral music.”
Conducted by Oluwasegun Okedunmola, the Mountain Top Chorale secured a gold medal in the Spiritual Category with a score of 87.38 points before being crowned Champion of the World Choir Games in the Champions Competition. The choir also claimed another gold medal in the Sacred Music with Accompaniment category.
Celebrating the achievement, MFM General Overseer, Dr Daniel Olukoya, described the victory as a proud moment for both the church and Nigeria.
“This is more than a musical achievement; it is a testament to discipline, excellence, dedication, teamwork and the power of using our gifts to glorify God,” he said.
The 14th World Choir Games, held from August 6 to 16 in Helsingborg, Sweden, attracted more than 160 choirs and about 8,500 participants from over 40 countries, showcasing the world’s finest choral talents.
The victory further strengthens Nigeria’s reputation on the global choral music stage and highlights the country’s rich musical heritage and growing influence in international cultural competitions.
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