Nigerian gospel artiste Joshua Acheme Edache, popularly known as Nutty Josh, has died from injuries sustained in an accident in Abuja.
The Benue State native reportedly suffered the injuries about five weeks earlier while at a motorcycle training school in the Federal Capital Territory. He later developed persistent headaches and breathing difficulties. Further medical examinations after he returned to hospital revealed internal injuries. He received additional treatment and was placed in a medically induced coma before passing away on the morning of Sunday, September 20, 2026.
Nutty Josh was widely recognised for blending rap, music and storytelling to share his Christian faith and connect with audiences. He played a notable role in the growth of Gospel Hip-Hop in Nigeria at a time when the genre was still emerging and seeking broader acceptance within the gospel music space.
His catalogue includes tracks such as N.U.T.T.Y Definition, Thankful (featuring Onos), Way Maker, OMG and Too Much. He also released projects including Gospel Rap Affair (GRA), Yield and Grace & Ease, which helped cement his place in the Christian Hip-Hop community.
