The recurring refrain, "Jina la Yesu ni ngome yangu, nitamkapo jina hilo ngome nyingine sina" translates to "The name of Jesus is my fortress; when I mention that name, I have no other fortress".
Beyond its lyrical content, the song is noted for its "anointing" and its ability to touch the hearts of listeners during worship. Artist Profile: Fanuel Sedekia Fanuel Sedekia - Jina La Yesu
He released five major albums during his lifetime, including his debut Unaweza (1998) and the widely popular Kwa Sababu ya Pendo (2001). The recurring refrain, "Jina la Yesu ni ngome
Sedekia passed away on January 4, 2009, while on a pilgrimage in Jerusalem. His death caused a massive outpouring of grief across East Africa, with his final studio album, Katika Ibada , seeing a significant boost in sales following his death. Release History Sedekia passed away on January 4, 2009, while
The song is a powerful declaration of faith, characterizing the name of Jesus as an "unshakeable fortress" ( ngome imara or ngome yangu ).
He rose to prominence in the late 1990s and early 2000s, forming the band Evangelism-Through-Music (ETM) and leading worship at his local church.