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The family of popular Nigerian gospel singer, Olayemi Bayonile Bolaji, popularly known as Toluwanisings, has confirmed his death.
The family announced his passing in a statement shared on his verified Instagram page late Wednesday, October 14.
According to the statement, the singer died in the early hours of Wednesday.
The statement read: “With deep sorrow, the family announces the passing of MINISTER OLAYEMI BAYONILE BOLAJI, Toluwani Gospel Music Ministry (TOGOMM), who passed away in the early hours of 14 October 2026.
“A dearly loved husband, family member, and gospel minister.
“Please keep his wife, family, and loved ones in your prayers during this difficult time.
“Funeral arrangements will be announced by the family in due course.”
According to reports, Toluwanisings had slumped at his residence in Ibadan, Oyo State, after complaining of tiredness.
This reportedly occurred hours after the singer ministered at In His Presence, a monthly worship programme hosted by gospel singer, Bidemi Olaoba in Ibadan on Tuesday night.
The news of his death also comes months after he survived a road accident involving his band members while returning from a ministration.
Toluwanisings was known for songs including ‘Kos’oluwa Laye’, ‘A Very Big God’, ‘E Lagbara’ and ‘Unreserved Praise’.
His death has triggered an outpouring of tributes on social media.
Sharing a photo of the late singer, human rights lawyer, Pelumi Olajengbesi, wrote: “My God! What a life! No, Lord! We plead for Your mercy upon Toluwanisings.”
Nollywood actress and filmmaker, Funke Akindele described him as “such a humble and hard working gentle man. May his soul rest in peace. May the Lord comfort his loved ones.”
Content creator, Lekan Kingkong shared crying and heartbreak emojis in reaction to the announcement of the singer’s passing.
In separate reactions, actresses Wumi Toriola, Aisha Lawal and Bunmi Shittu also expressed shock at the news.
The cause of death has not been disclosed.
