Toluwanisings was a Nigerian gospel singer and music minister known for his energetic Yoruba praise songs, including A Very Big God, E Lagbara and the Unreserved Praise series.
| Real Name | Olayemi Bayonile Bolaji |
| Stage Name | Toluwanisings |
| Age | 34 years |
| Occupation | Gospel Singer, Songwriter, Music Minister |
| Date of Birth | July 8, 1992 |
| Gender | Male |
| State of Origin | Ikirun, Osun State, Nigeria |
| Base | Ibadan, Oyo State |
| Date of Death | October 14, 2026 |
| Spouse | Akanbi Elizabeth Irawomitan (m. 2021) |
| Children | Two daughters |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| Net Worth | Not publicly disclosed |
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Toluwanisings Biography
Toluwanisings, whose real name was Olayemi Bayonile Bolaji, was born on July 8, 1992. He hailed from Ikirun in Osun State, but built his ministry and much of his fan base in Ibadan, Oyo State, where he lived until his death.
According to his father, Muniru Adekunle Olayemi, he was born with the Muslim name Sodiq. His mother died when he was only six months old, and he was raised by her Christian relatives. He later spoke about leaving Islam for Christianity, describing it as the best decision of his life, and said he had started out performing Fuji music before turning fully to gospel.
Educational Background
Toluwanisings developed his love for music singing in church choirs as a child. After secondary school, he reportedly gained admission to Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH) in Lagos, where he studied Estate Management and Valuation. It was also during his time in Lagos that he reportedly met his wife through their church choir.
Music Career
Toluwanisings led the Toluwani Gospel Music Ministry, popularly called TOGOMM, a music ministry based in Ibadan. His sound blended lively Yoruba praise with contemporary gospel arrangements, and his live sessions were known for getting congregations singing and dancing along.
His big breakthrough came in 2021, when comedian and gospel content creator Woli Arole shared one of his songs online. The exposure introduced him to a much wider audience, and in the same year he released the project Kos’Oluwa Laye, which became one of his signature works.
He went on to build a strong following on streaming platforms and social media rather than relying only on church appearances. His Unreserved Praise live recordings ran into several volumes, and he collaborated with fellow gospel acts such as Adeyinka Alaseyori, Apekeola and Tosin Bee.
Songs and Albums
Some of Toluwanisings’ best-known songs and projects include:
- Kos’Oluwa Laye (2021)
- Unreserved Praise series (Volumes 1 to 4)
- A Very Big God
- E Lagbara featuring Apekeola
- Ase Ti Jade featuring Adeyinka Alaseyori
- Kabiyesi Olorun Ayo
- Onibuore
- Owo Re Meji Meji
- Eleda
- I’m Not Alone
- The Name of Jesus
- Ancient Worship
Wife and Children
Toluwanisings married Akanbi Elizabeth Irawomitan in 2021. He often described her as his backbone and credited her with supporting his move into gospel music. In September 2026, less than a month before his death, he celebrated their fifth wedding anniversary on Instagram with a heartfelt tribute calling her his partner, friend and greatest blessing.
The couple had two daughters. Their younger daughter turned two in early October 2026, just days before her father’s death.
Road Accident
In July 2026, Toluwanisings and members of his band survived a serious road accident while returning from a gospel ministration. Their bus collided with a fully loaded trailer and was badly damaged. He shared photos of the wreck online, thanked God that everyone survived, and later held a thanksgiving service.
Death
Toluwanisings died in the early hours of Wednesday, October 14, 2026, in Ibadan. The night before, on October 13, he had ministered at In His Presence, a monthly worship programme hosted by gospel singer Bidemi Olaoba in Ibadan. It turned out to be his last public performance.
Reports say he collapsed at his home, and his personal assistant said he was taken to several hospitals in search of treatment. His family confirmed his death in a statement on his verified social media pages and asked the public to pray for his wife and children. As of this writing, no official cause of death has been made public.
Tributes poured in from colleagues and celebrities, including gospel comedian Woli Agba and actress Funke Akindele. His family later held a Night of Tributes in his honour in Ibadan on October 27, 2026, and appealed to the public to support his wife and daughters.
Burial Dispute
After his death, a disagreement emerged within the family over where he should be buried. His father and members of his paternal family have asked that he be buried at his own house in Ibadan or in his hometown, Ikirun, and some relatives have called for the burial to be postponed until his death is investigated.
His widow is reported to prefer a cemetery burial instead. A Nigerian lawyer has also raised legal concerns about burying him in a residential home. As of late October 2026, the final burial arrangements had not been settled.
Net Worth
Toluwanisings’ net worth was not officially disclosed. His income came from live ministrations, church programmes, music streaming and his large social media following. In January 2025, he announced that he had become a homeowner after building his own house in Ibadan.
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Social Media Handles
Fans can still find his music and ministry videos on his official pages:
- Instagram: @toluwanisings
- TikTok: @toluwanisings
- YouTube: TOLUWANISINGS
