For many Nigerians, Pastor Oyinkansola Akinselure became a familiar face after the Pata Pata video went viral on social media, earning her the affectionate nickname “Mummy Pata Pata.” But long before the internet embraced the catchy performance, Akinselure had established herself as one of Nigeria’s dedicated music educators, shaping the careers of young musicians and strengthening music education through institutional leadership.
As Director of the Mountain Top Conservatory of Music, Akinselure oversees a music institution founded in 2011 under the vision of Dr. Daniel Olukoya, General Overseer of Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries (MFM). The Conservatory was created as part of a broader initiative to equip young people with musical knowledge, discipline, and professional skills while nurturing their talents for ministry and the creative industries.
Building an Institution for Musical Excellence
Music, Akinselure says, has never been merely a profession. It is both a calling and a platform for transforming lives.
That philosophy has shaped her work at the Conservatory, where programmes range from diploma courses and instrumental training to specialised music research programmes designed for choir directors and church music leaders. The institution operates year-round, providing structured opportunities for aspiring musicians at different stages of their development.
A trained musician with academic experience in both Nigeria and abroad, Akinselure has devoted much of her career to mentoring emerging musicians.
According to her, the Conservatory has trained numerous students who have gone on to pursue postgraduate studies and build careers in academia and professional music. Some alumni now hold master’s and doctoral degrees, while others teach or serve as professors of music in Nigeria, the United Kingdom, the United States, and across Europe.
Expanding Access to Music Education
With increasing public attention following the success of the Pata Pata video, Akinselure is using the moment to introduce a wider audience to the work of the Mountain Top Conservatory of Music.
She says the institution remains open throughout the year, encouraging children, young people, church musicians, and aspiring professionals to take advantage of its programmes. Beyond technical instruction, the Conservatory seeks to cultivate discipline, excellence, and a lifelong appreciation for music as both an art and a ministry.
From Viral Recognition to Lasting Impact
While social media introduced Pastor Oyinkansola Akinselure to many Nigerians as “Mummy Pata Pata,” her enduring legacy is likely to be found elsewhere—in classrooms, rehearsal halls, and the generations of musicians she continues to mentor.
As public interest in her story grows, Akinselure hopes the attention will inspire more people to see music not only as entertainment, but also as a pathway to education, leadership, and service.
