RismadarVoice Reporters
October 15, 2026
The family of Nigerian gospel singer Olayemi Bayonile Bolaji, popularly known as Toluwanisings, has announced his death.
The singer reportedly died in the early hours of Wednesday, October 14, 2026. His death was confirmed in a statement published on his official TikTok account.
The family identified the deceased as a gospel minister associated with the Toluwani Gospel Music Ministry (TOGOMM).
In the announcement, the family expressed grief over his passing and appealed for prayers and support for his wife and other relatives during the period of mourning.
It also disclosed that funeral arrangements would be communicated to the public at a later date.
The announcement has attracted tributes from gospel musicians, fans and other Nigerians who expressed sadness over the singer’s death.
Human rights lawyer Pelumi Olajengbesi, convener of the Coalition of Public Interest Lawyers and Advocates, mourned the musician in an Instagram post, expressing concern over the deaths of young Nigerians.
Olajengbesi described the development as painful and offered prayers for the bereaved family.
Another social media user, identified as Ennybets, claimed to have witnessed the singer being brought to a hospital on Wednesday.
The user said he was at the hospital with his wife for antenatal care when a vehicle arrived carrying the musician.
He subsequently described seeing members of the singer’s musical group mourning his death.
Gospel musician Mega99 also paid tribute to Toluwanisings, describing him as a talented artiste with a distinctive voice.
The circumstances surrounding the singer’s death have not been officially disclosed by his family.
As tributes continue, relatives, colleagues and admirers are awaiting further information concerning his burial arrangements.
