FAMILY CONFIRMS DEATH OF GOSPEL SINGER TOLUWANISINGS AT 41

The family of popular Nigerian gospel minister, Olayemi Bayonile Bolaji, widely known as Toluwanisings, has officially confirmed his death at the age of 41.

In a statement released on his official social media pages late Wednesday, the family announced that the music minister passed away in the early hours of Wednesday, October 14, 2026.

“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,” the family statement read. “A dearly loved husband, family member, and gospel minister. Please keep his wife, family, and loved ones in your prayers during this difficult time.”

OUTPOURING OF TRIBUTES FROM GOSPEL COMMUNITY

News of his sudden demise has triggered a wave of grief and tributes from music ministers, entertainers, and fans across the country:

• Cause of Death & Circumstances: Reports indicate that the singer took ill and slumped at his residence in Ibadan, Oyo State, shortly after a worship ministration. While the official cause of death has not been formally disclosed by the family, funeral arrangements are expected to be announced in due course.

• Industry Shock: Tributes have poured in from prominent figures, including gospel icon Tope Alabi, comedian Woli Agba, content creator Dele Omo Woli, and filmmaker Funke Akindele, all describing the loss as a devastating shock to the gospel music industry.

• Musical Legacy: Renowned for his high-energy indigenous Yoruba praise ministrations, Toluwanisings inspired millions with hit worship tracks, including Eleda, I’m Not Alone, and A Very Big God.