Family confirms death of popular gospel singer, Toluwanisings

Nigerian gospel singer Olayemi Bolaji, popularly known as Toluwanisings, has died, prompting an outpouring of grief from fans and colleagues on social media.

The singer’s family announced his death in a statement shared on his Instagram account on Wednesday, revealing that he died in the early hours of the day.

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.”

The family said it would announce the funeral arrangements in due course and appealed for prayers for his wife, relatives and other loved ones.

Earlier, Pelumi Olajengbesi, convener of the Coalition of Public Interest Lawyers and Advocates, announced the sad development in a post on his Instagram page, expressing distress over the singer’s death.

Sharing a picture of Toluwanisings, Olajengbesi lamented the deaths of young people and called for God’s mercy.

He wrote, “My God! What a life! No, Lord! We plead for Your mercy upon Toluwanisings.

“I am deeply troubled by the deaths of young men and women. This is not God’s plan for us.

“We say no to untimely death.”