Hossana Javan

Biography of Hossana Olola Javan
by LEGENDSGLOBE.COM  Nov 15, 2025

Hossana Olola Javan, popularly known as Hossana, is a Nigerian music producer, gospel recording artist, cinematographer, and media professional. He was born into the family of Yusuf Williams in Adamawa state in the year 2000, and hails from Zah Hong LGA. He is originally of the Kilba ethnic group.

His name, Hossana, was given to him by a pastor named Hossana, who prophetically declared that he would grow up to serve God and impact lives through ministry. During his childhood, he was raised in Southwestern Nigeria among the Yoruba people where he discovered himself totally naturalising and engaged into studio activities, trained by Award Winning Engineer Daniel Rufus known as Dandex Olowo Aje. It was there that he received the name Olola from an Ifa priest after what was described as a spiritual consultation, a name that has remained widely associated with him even as his identity shifted by 90% to the Yorubas culture shaped by their nature and orientation.

Hossana began his educational journey at Sweto Center nursery and primary school in Jalingo, finished at Ajegunle Primary School. He later attended Government Day Secondary School, Kulende, Ilorin, before completing his secondary education at Godsgrace Comprehensive College.

Driven by his passion for media and storytelling, he studied Film and Television Production at NTA Television College, in Jos Plateau state where he earned a National Diploma. He further pursued a Bachelor's Degree in Mass Communication at Ahmadu Bello University Zaria, successfully completing his degree and expanding his expertise in media and communication.
Today, Hossana Olola Javan is recognized as one of Nigeria's professional gospel music producers, record label executives, creative media practitioners and also a Realtor under SM Properties Real estate company. He is the co-founder of SounTA Ink, a creative company originally founded under the leadership of his mother Mrs. Victoria Yusuf, where he continues to contribute to its growth and vision. He is also signed to OMONOHBEKOHGI, a gospel record label operating under SounTA Ink.
Through music production, filmmaking, media, and ministry, Hossana remains committed to using his gifts to spread the Gospel, inspire excellence, and mentor emerging talents. His work reflects a deep passion for creativity, faith, and service to God. Hossana continues to make meaningful contributions to the Nigerian creative industry, giving all glory to God for his journey and achievements.

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IG: @Hossana

FB: @Hossana