NIGERIA: Family Confirms Death of Gospel Singer Toluwanisings

The family of Nigerian gospel singer Olayemi Bayonile Bolaji, popularly known as Toluwanisings, has announced his death.

The announcement was made on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, through a statement posted on the singer’s TikTok account.

According to the family, the gospel minister died in the early hours of Wednesday.

The statement described him as a beloved husband, family member and gospel minister, while asking the public to keep his wife and loved ones in their prayers during the difficult period.

The family added that details of his funeral arrangements would be announced in due course.

His death has sparked reactions on social media, with fans, colleagues and other public figures expressing grief over the loss.

The Convener of the Coalition of Public Interest Lawyers and Advocates, Pelumi Olajengbesi, expressed sadness over the development, calling for prayers and lamenting the deaths of young people.

Gospel artiste Mega99 also paid tribute to the late singer, describing him as a rare talent with a unique voice.

Meanwhile, an X user, Ennybets, said he was at a hospital when the singer was brought in. In a subsequent post, he recounted seeing members of the singer’s band crying over his death.

The cause of Toluwanisings’ death had not been disclosed as of the time of filing this report.