- Gospel singer Toluwanisings passed away, with his family confirming the news through an official announcement poster shared online
- A video of the singer performing surfaced online, recorded less than 24 hours before his death
- Fans and followers have been left in shock after the footage emerged, raising emotional questions about his final hours
The gospel music community is in mourning after the passing of singer Olayemi Bayonile Bolaji popularly known as Toluwanisings, is dead. His death was announced by his family in a poster shared across social media platforms.
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What made the news hit even harder was the emergence of a video showing the talented vocalist performing with full energy, recorded less than 24 hours before he died. The footage, which quickly spread online, left many who knew him or followed his ministry struggling to process the sudden loss.
The talented gospel singer was married to fashion designer Akanbi Elizabeth Irawomitan and they were blessed with two adorable daughters.
In his last post, he shared on Instagram seven days before his death, he celebrated his lastborn daughter's second birthday with a sweet post.
"My joy is two years today! Irorun is a year older🙈🙈. We can’t be grateful to God enough for such an amazing gift like you😍😍😍😍😍. Happy birthday to you, my love. Dad and mum love you🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻. Grow more in the wisdom of the lord in Jesus name," he wrote.
A final performance that now feels like a farewell
There is something deeply affecting about watching someone pour themselves into their craft with no knowledge that it will be their last time on stage. That is exactly the situation fans found themselves in after the clip of Toluwanisings surfaced. In the video, the singer appeared to be in good form, doing what he loved most, leading people in worship through song.
The timing of the footage made the announcement of his death all the more devastating. Social media users who stumbled upon the performance video before hearing the news were left stunned when they connected the two pieces of information.
His family confirmed his passing through an official announcement poster, though specific details surrounding the cause and circumstances of his death were not immediately disclosed.
A voice silenced too soon
Toluwanisings was known for his gospel ministry and his dedication to Christian music. His name, which carries a worshipful meaning, was reflective of the path he had chosen as an artist and believer.
The gospel community often speaks of music as more than entertainment, and for many who followed Toluwanisings, his work carried genuine spiritual weight. That is part of what makes moments like this one so raw: the final performance video is not just a clip of a singer at work. For those who loved his ministry, it reads as a parting gift.
His death has prompted an outpouring of grief from followers across social media, with many sharing the performance clip alongside messages of tribute and prayer for his family.
Video showing Toluwanisings' last performance before death below
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