Nigerian-born, UK-based gospel saxophonist and recording artiste Adedoyin Oseni has added another international honour to his growing list of achievements after receiving the Creative Excellence Award at the 2026 Kingdom Pushh Gala and Awards in London, United Kingdom.
The event, held on Saturday, November 7, at Greenwich Borough Hall, brought together individuals recognised for their contributions to ministry, business, creativity and community development. Oseni’s recognition reflects his growing influence as a gospel instrumentalist and creative professional, with musical activities extending across the United Kingdom and beyond.
The award comes at a time of increasing international visibility for the saxophonist, whose live performances, recordings and creative initiatives have continued to introduce his music to audiences across the UK and other parts of Europe.
Based in South Yorkshire, Oseni has been building a musical identity that draws from contemporary gospel, African musical traditions, highlife, jazz and worship. His work combines instrumental performance with gospel ministry, using the saxophone as a medium for artistic expression and spiritual engagement.
His international profile received further recognition in June 2026 when he was nominated for the Golden Stars Award in the Best Saxophonist of the Year (Diaspora) category. As reported by THISDAY, the nomination acknowledged his contributions to music, cultural engagement and community development in the United Kingdom.
Beyond his individual musical performances, Oseni has also been developing initiatives that connect creative expression with community development. He is the driving force behind Heritage Sound Collective CIC, a Doncaster-based community organisation that uses music, arts and cultural engagement to promote inclusion, support wellbeing and create opportunities for emerging creatives.
Through the organisation, he has been involved in live events, workshops, mentorship programmes and cultural showcases across South Yorkshire and other parts of the UK. One of its notable initiatives is Gratitude with Adedoyin Oseni, an event that brings together music, inspiration and community engagement.
His latest international recognition builds on previous achievements within the Nigerian music industry. In 2024, he won Best Gospel Saxophonist of the Year at the Eko Heritage Awards, held at the Lagos Oriental Hotel. The award recognised his contributions to gospel instrumental music and his growing presence within Nigeria’s entertainment industry.
In March 2025, he received the Award of Excellence in Music at the Men’s Porch Legacy Awards in Bradford, United Kingdom, further strengthening his record of recognition across Nigeria and the UK.
Oseni’s musical catalogue includes projects such as Incense, featuring Theophilus Ogaga, Elu Agogo, Devotion, featuring Joshua Banjo, Alagbara and Jelenke iLife. His recordings reflect an approach that blends gospel expression with African musical influences, with the saxophone remaining central to his sound and creative identity.
As his career continues to develop internationally, Oseni is taking his musical expression to audiences across different communities and cultural settings. His activities reflect the growing intersection between gospel music, African creative identity and international performance opportunities.
The Creative Excellence Award at the 2026 Kingdom Pushh Gala represents another significant milestone in his journey, adding to a growing record of recognition from award platforms and media organisations in Nigeria and the United Kingdom.
