The remains of Nigerian gospel singer Olayemi Bayonile Bolaji, popularly known as Toluwanisings, will be laid to rest today, Monday, November 9, in Ibadan, Oyo State.
According to a funeral arrangement poster shared on the singer’s official social media page, the lying-in-state will take place from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m., followed by a burial service from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Both ceremonies will hold at Banjola Event and Conference Centre, No. 20 Hope Road, Alakia, Ibadan.
Toluwanisings died in the early hours of Wednesday, October 14, 2026. His family announced the news in a statement posted on his social media accounts, describing him as a minister with Toluwani Gospel Music Ministry (TOGOMM) and a beloved husband and family member. The family did not disclose the cause of death.
His passing drew tributes from gospel artistes, entertainers, friends and fans, who praised his contributions to gospel music. He was known for energetic praise sessions and worship songs that blended Yoruba influences with contemporary gospel sounds. Popular recordings include “A Very Big God,” “Unreserved Praise,” “Onibuore,” “Eleda” and “I’m Not Alone.”
