Nigerian gospel artiste Joshua Acheme Edache, popularly known as Nutty Josh, has died following injuries sustained in an accident in Abuja, leaving members of the Christian Hip Hop community mourning the loss of a respected voice in the Nigerian gospel music scene.
According to reports cited by Naija News, the Benue State-born gospel artiste sustained injuries at a motorcycle training school in Abuja approximately five weeks before his death.
Following the accident, Nutty Josh reportedly experienced persistent headaches and difficulty breathing. After returning to the hospital for further medical attention, additional examinations revealed that he had also sustained internal injuries.
The gospel musician subsequently received further treatment and was later placed in a medically induced coma. Despite the medical intervention, he reportedly passed away from complications linked to the injuries.
Nutty Josh’s Contribution to Nigerian Gospel Hip Hop
Nutty Josh was known for using rap, music and storytelling to communicate his Christian faith and connect with listeners. His artistic approach combined gospel messages with Hip Hop, helping him establish a presence within Nigeria’s Christian Hip Hop community.
He was among the gospel artistes associated with the development of Gospel Hip Hop in Nigeria, a genre that was still gaining recognition and a wider audience within the country’s gospel music industry.
Throughout his musical career, Nutty Josh released several songs that became associated with his artistic journey, including “N.U.T.T.Y Definition,” “Thankful,” featuring Onos, “Way Maker,” “OMG” and “Too Much.”
He also released projects such as Gospel Rap Affair (GRA), Yield and Grace & Ease, further contributing to his body of work within the Christian Hip Hop scene.
Gospel Music Community Mourns Nutty Josh
Nutty Josh’s reported death marks a loss for listeners and members of the Nigerian gospel music community who connected with his faith-based lyrics, rap performances and storytelling.
His music and recorded projects remain part of his artistic legacy, particularly within the Gospel Hip Hop movement in Nigeria.
The circumstances surrounding his death highlight the importance of continued medical attention following serious accidents, especially when persistent symptoms such as headaches and breathing difficulties occur.
This report is based on the information provided. Specific medical findings, the official cause of death and statements from the artiste’s family or representatives should be independently verified before publication.