Joel Ogebe
Joel Ogebe also called Sound of Salem is a Nigerian preacher, singer and songwriter. He is the founder of House of Salem International, headquartered in Lagos, Nigeria. He gained popularity with the songs "We Will Be Many" and "Promise Keeper".
Early life and education
Joel Ogebe was born on 16 March 1993, in Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria, to Pastor Matthew Ogebe and Mrs. Mary Ogebe.He spent most of his childhood in Northern Nigeria, completing his primary education at Holy Ghost Primary School, Makurdi. For his secondary education, he attended the Assemblies of God Comprehensive College, Makurdi.
Later, he proceeded to the College of Education, Oju, where he studied Biology and Geography.
Career
Ogebe was born into a devout Christian family. He started ministerial involvement at age 13, which continued through his adulthood.However, he officially began active ministry in Makurdi, Benue State, first serving with Burden Bearers Fellowship at Truth and Life Gospel Church.
At the age of 24, he founded Fire City International, Makurdi. Later, he relocated to Abuja, where he started the Love Family International. With time, the ministry evolved into House of Salem International. On 13 April 2022, House of Salem International was inaugurated by Apostle Arome Osayi. Currently, the House of Salem International operates in Lagos, Abuja, Calabar, and the United Kingdom.
Ogebe is also the lead singer and songwriter for Sound of Salem. In 2022, he released his first single “Alive in Me”. In February 2025, he released the song “We Will Be Many” featuring Lawrence Oyor and Moses Akoh. The song gained popularity reaching over 15 million views on Spotify alone, as of October 2025.
Filmography
- Prophet Suddenly 2