##Early Life and Educational Background
Nathaniel Bassey was born to Mr. and Mrs. Bassey, and is the first of four children. He spent his early years in Lagos State and later moved to the United Kingdom, where he completed his secondary education. Bassey attended the University of Lagos, where he graduated with a degree in Music in 2001.
##Career
Nathaniel started his musical career in the church, where he then joined the Rhodes Orchestra and played the trumpet for two years. He was a trumpeter who composed a song at the visit to Stella Obasanjo, the late wife of former President Olusegun Obasanjo. in 2004, he featured in the album "New Jazz Stew Project: Revelation" alongside top jazz performers like Wole Oni and Yinka Davies. In 2018, Bassey was one of the leading artistes in the Nigerian Christian gathering - The Experience.His debut album, Elohim, was recorded and mixed in Cape Town, South Africa, in the year 2008. It has been described as a spiritual and artistic masterpiece with the hit track, "Someone's knocking at the door," a soft-rock tune currently generating so much interest locally and internationally.
#HallelujahChallenge
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Nathaniel started the #HallelujahChallenge In June 2017, where he and other believers worship God for an hour, from 12:00 am to 1:00 am. He streams this event on his Instagram, Facebook and YouTube pages and invites others to join him. In less than a month, the event had over 600,000 views. The #HallelujahChallenge for 2020 was held from 4 to 24 February 2020 In 2021, the challenge was held from 1 to 21 February.
##Awards and Nominations
Nathaniel Bassey has won several awards, including:
Best Gospel Song of the Year at the 2014 Nigerian Gospel Music Awards
Best Male Gospel Artist of the Year at the 2016 Africa Gospel Music Awards
Song of the Year at the 2017 Nigerian Gospel Music Awards
He has also been nominated for several other awards, including the Africa Music Magazine Awards and the Nigerian Entertainment Awards.
##Personal Life
Nathaniel Bassey is married to Sarah Bassey, and they have two children together. He is known for his humility and dedication to his faith.
##Net Worth
Nathaniel Bassey's net worth is estimated to be around $500,000 to $1 million, according to various sources
##Social Media Presence
Nathaniel Bassey is active on social media platforms, including Instagram (@nathanielblow) with over 1.5 million followers.
##Conclusion
Nathaniel Bassey is a renowned gospel singer and trumpeter who has made a significant impact in the music industry. His inspiring story, impressive music, and philanthropic efforts make him a true icon in the gospel music industry. With a successful music career spanning over a decade, Nathaniel Bassey continues to inspire and uplift millions of people around the world.