Nigerian celebrities, gospel musicians and entertainers have paid tribute to gospel singer Olayemi Bolaji, popularly known as Toluwanisings, following his death.
The singer’s passing has sparked an outpouring of grief across the entertainment and gospel music communities, with colleagues and fans expressing shock over the loss while offering prayers for his wife, children and other family members.
Nollywood actress Wumi Toriola, in a post on X, described the news as difficult to accept.
“Toluwanisings….. May your soul rest in peace. This is a very hard pill to swallow,” she wrote.
Gospel singer Adeyinka Alaseyori also mourned the late singer in a post on Instagram, writing, “Even in our pain, Lord we judge you faithful. It is well.”
Actress Omolara Dark described Toluwanisings as her “dearest brother” and “best gospel musician,” adding that “Heaven gained an angel.”
She also expressed her grief and prayed for the peaceful repose of his soul.
Similarly, gospel singer Bidemi Olaoba expressed sorrow over the loss, reaffirming her faith despite the pain and unanswered questions surrounding his death.
“Lord, we judge you faithful, even in moments like this when words fail us and our hearts are heavy,” she wrote.
“Even when we do not understand, we choose to trust You. Even through the tears, we hold on to Your unfailing love. Lord, we still judge You faithful.”
Comedian and content creator Woli Agba, whose real name is Ayo Ajewole, described the singer’s death as a painful loss, recalling his distinctive voice and contributions to gospel music.
“A VERY UNIQUE VOICE has dropped the microphone and walked off the stage just like that,” he wrote.
He added that the singer’s death had left a painful void in the hearts of many, praying for comfort for his family, friends, colleagues and fans.
Gospel singer Paul Tomisin also paid tribute to Toluwanisings, recalling his humility, kindness and willingness to support fellow gospel ministers, even when he was not scheduled to perform at their events.
Tomisin said he and his team had discussed how the late singer worshipped and supported others at an event just days before his death.
He described Toluwanisings as a man whose life reflected love and service to Jesus, adding, “We judge God faithful and good! Rest in peace Egbon Toluwani.”
Another gospel singer, Dare Justified, described the news as a rude shock, saying the loss was difficult to comprehend.
“Such a rude shock… This one hits differently. It still feels so unreal,” he wrote, adding, “Even in our pain, we judge You faithful, Lord. Rest well, God’s soldier. Until we meet again.”
Nollywood actress Jaiye Kuti also joined the tributes, sharing a video of herself singing the late singer’s songs while praying for his soul to rest in peace.
Singer Pelumi Deborah, meanwhile, recalled spending time with Toluwanisings three days before his death.
“Three days ago, we laughed. Today, you’re a memory. An unfinished conversation, a goodbye we never said, and a heart struggling to understand how quickly ‘see you later’ can become ‘rest in peace,’” she wrote.
She described life as fragile and expressed sadness over the sudden loss, adding that she looked forward to meeting him again.
Singer and entertainer Bimpe Akintunde, popularly known as Wasila Coded, also expressed concern for the late singer’s wife and children, praying that God would comfort them during the difficult period.
In an emotional tribute, she recalled hoping that he would recover before ultimately accepting his death as an act of God.
Toluwanisings’ family announced his death in a statement posted on his TikTok account on Wednesday, October 14, 2026.
The statement identified the singer by his full name, Olayemi Bayonile Bolaji, and said he died in the early hours of the day.
The family described him as a beloved husband, family member and gospel minister under the Toluwani Gospel Music Ministry, also known as TOGOMM.
It appealed to the public to remember his wife, relatives and loved ones in their prayers, adding that details of his funeral arrangements would be announced in due course.
The singer’s death has continued to attract tributes from colleagues, fans and members of the gospel music community, many of whom have celebrated his musical contributions, humility and commitment to the Christian faith.
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