The burial arrangements for late gospel singer Bunmi Akinaanu, popularly known as Omije Ojumi, have been put on hold by her family.
Bunmi died on January 12, 2026, after a brief illness. The late singer was a national sweetheart who rose to prominence with her hit song ‘Ojumi Omije’ after leaving a career in banking. 
Why the Burial of Nigerian Gospel Singer ‘Omije Ojumi’ Was Postponed
The announcement was made by Lanre Alewilese, a colleague and member of the burial planning committee, via an Instagram post.
“This is to inform you that all plans and arrangements for the burial of our late sister and colleague, Lady Evangelist Bunmi Akinnaanu, a.k.a. Omije Ojumi, by the Burial Planning Committee have been totally cancelled,” he said.
According to him, the decision was taken due to issues arising from within the singer’s family.
“This decision becomes necessary due to some issues arising from and within her family.”
The previously scheduled events, including a service of songs, candlelight procession, tribute night on January 20, and a private interment on January 21, have all been put on hold, he said.
“This is not my personal decision. It is the conclusion of the family and the burial committee,” the post added.
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In a follow-up video, he clarified that he was asked to inform Nigerians of the change by the late singer’s family.
“The Tuesday and Wednesday programmes we earlier fixed at the LTV 8 venue are now on hold because of some reasons. The family will update Nigerians after they have come to a conclusion,” he stated.
The news of Bunmi’s death sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry as many mourned her untimely passing. It is hoped that the family issues will be resolved soon, so she can be laid to rest.
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