Nigerian gospel music minister Olayemi Bayonile Bolaji, popularly known as Toluwanisings, has died, months after surviving a road accident involving his band members.
His family announced his death in a statement published on his verified Instagram page on Wednesday night, October 14, 2026.
According to the family, the singer died in the early hours of Wednesday, although the circumstances surrounding his death were not disclosed.
“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 statement read.
Describing him as a dearly loved husband, family member and gospel minister, the family appealed to the public to remember his wife and other loved ones in their prayers during the difficult period.
It added that details of his funeral arrangements would be announced in due course.
Anxiety over singer’s health preceded death announcement
News of Toluwanisings’ death came hours after reports emerged that the singer had slumped at his residence in Ibadan, Oyo State, after reportedly complaining of tiredness.
The incident reportedly occurred after he ministered at In His Presence, a monthly worship and praise programme hosted by gospel singer Bidemi Olaoba in Ibadan on Tuesday night.
Reports of his health emergency triggered concern among fans, colleagues and members of the gospel music community, with some calling for prayers as information about his condition circulated on social media.
Lawyer Pelumi Olajengbesi was among those who expressed concern over the development, lamenting what he described as the troubling loss of young Nigerians.
Comedian and gospel entertainer Woli Agba also appealed for prayers amid the uncertainty surrounding the singer’s condition.
Following the family’s announcement, tributes began pouring in from colleagues, fans and other Nigerians who expressed sadness over the loss.
Toluwanisings survived road accident in July
The singer’s death comes approximately three months after he and members of his music crew survived a serious road accident while returning from a gospel ministration.
In July 2026, Toluwanisings disclosed that their vehicle had been involved in an accident with a fully loaded trailer.
He shared photographs of the damaged vehicle on social media and expressed gratitude to God for sparing the lives of everyone involved.
The incident attracted attention within the gospel music community, with the singer describing their survival as an act of divine protection.
Toluwanisings was known for his gospel performances and worship songs, which earned him recognition among audiences within Nigeria’s gospel music scene.
His death has left fans and fellow gospel ministers mourning the loss of a singer whose music and ministry had continued to attract attention.
As announced by his family, further information about his funeral arrangements is expected to be made available in due course.
