Family, Friends Hold Candlelight Procession For Toluwanisings

Family members, associates and followers of late Nigerian gospel minister Olayemi Bayonle Bolaji, popularly generally known as Toluwanisings, on Tuesday held a candlelight procession in his honour, every week after his loss of life.

The procession, held on October 20, 2026, introduced mourners collectively to pay tribute to the singer, who died on October 14 on the age of 41.

Pictures from the gathering, shared by BBC Yoruba, confirmed mourners wearing black and carrying a framed {photograph} of the late gospel minister as they remembered his life and ministry.

Toluwanisings’ loss of life was confirmed by his household in a press release posted on his verified social media accounts. The household stated he died within the early hours of October 14 however didn’t disclose the reason for loss of life.

In the assertion, the household described him as a beloved husband, member of the family and gospel minister, whereas interesting to the general public to maintain his spouse and family members of their prayers.

His loss of life prompted tributes from followers and fellow gospel artistes, whereas some gospel music organisers cancelled or postponed occasions in his honour.

The household has scheduled an evening of tributes and repair of songs for Tuesday, October 27, on the Hall of Grace, Jogor Centre, Ibadan, Oyo State.

The programme is anticipated to deliver collectively relations, associates, colleagues and admirers to have a good time his life and musical ministry.