Toluwanisings was buried on Monday, November 9, 2026, following a disagreement between his widow and paternal family over where he should be laid to rest.

His family announced the funeral arrangements on his official Instagram page on Monday morning. The programme listed a lying-in-state from 9 am to 10 am, followed by a burial service between 10 am and 11 am. Both events took place at Banjola Event and Conference Centre, No. 20, Hope Road, Alakia, Ibadan.

A black hearse brought his remains to the venue, accompanied by trumpeters. During the lying-in-state, family members, colleagues and fans gathered around his white casket to pay their final respects.

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Burial Follows Weeks of Family Disagreement

Toluwanisings’ burial came after a dispute between his young widow and his paternal relatives led by his father over his final resting place.

His paternal family reportedly wanted him buried inside the new house he built before his death in which he was said to have collapsed. However, his wife preferred a church or Christian burial ground. There were series of interviews conducted by various members from his paternal side against the wife’s choice. Many online families also joined the discussion as it became a social media discuss.

The disagreement drew the attention of the Oyo State Police Command on October 28, after officers received information about the matter. The state Commissioner of Police, Olugbenga Abimbola, intervened and helped the parties work towards resolving the dispute.

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The singer was buried in his Ibadan home during a private burial ceremony after the funeral service. Security personnel led by the police secured his body and his family members to his house.

Toluwanisings Died and Buried at 34

NBG Africa earlier reported that Toluwanisings died on Wednesday, October 14, 2026. His family announced his death, stating that the singer had slumped and died.

His death left his father, wife and two daughters behind. He was also mourned by fellow gospel musicians and fans who appreciated his style of music.

The burial marks the end of weeks of uncertainty surrounding his final journey. It also brings together family, friends and colleagues to honour the singer’s life and music.

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Lagos Governorship debate was organised by Channels Television, TVC News, Vanguard, The Punch and TheCable, the debate brought together candidates from four political parties. They included Kadri Obafemi Hamzat of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Deji Doherty of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and Funso Doherty of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC).

While Hamzat defended aspects of the current administration’s record, opposition candidates questioned its approach to infrastructure, public services and accountability. They also outlined alternative plans for addressing the state’s challenges.

Housing: Candidates Debate Government’s Role

Hamzat called for greater collaboration between residents and private developers to make homeownership more accessible. He also argued that lower transportation costs could improve access to housing, especially for people living far from their workplaces.

Funso Doherty, however, criticised the government’s response to the shortage of affordable homes. He called for stronger social housing policies to bridge the gap between supply and demand.

Deji Doherty proposed a more direct approach, arguing that the government should become Lagos’s biggest property developer. Under his proposal, residents would purchase homes directly from the state.

He questioned how ordinary workers could afford houses, given the minimum wage of ₦120,000.

Housing for young graduates is part of Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour’s proposal for Lagos. He outlined a housing programme that would allow young graduates to start in self-contained units and move into bigger apartments as their needs change.

Flooding and Infrastructure Under Scrutiny

During the Lagos Governorship Debate, candidates also disagreed over how Lagos should tackle flooding and maintain its infrastructure.

Deji Doherty acknowledged the administration’s construction of link bridges but said poor drainage remained a major problem. He argued that effective drainage systems and proper water channelling could help manage flooding.

Funso Doherty called for stronger protection of wetlands, which help absorb water. He criticised buildings encroaching on drainage channels, only for authorities to demolish them years later.

He also questioned the government’s environmental impact assessments before infrastructure projects begin.

Hamzat stressed the need to maintain existing drainage systems and keep them free from obstruction.

Rhodes-Vivour criticised road maintenance and the pace of infrastructure delivery. He questioned why Lagos struggled to complete a 16-kilometre road project within a reasonable period.

He also called for better water management and greater accountability in public projects.

Transport: Ferries, Bridges and Alternative Routes

On traffic congestion, Rhodes-Vivour proposed designated parking areas where motorists could leave their cars and continue their journeys by ferry. He also advocated bicycle infrastructure.

Hamzat highlighted existing transport initiatives, saying more than four million residents had obtained Cowry cards for public transport services, including BRT buses and ferries.

He added that the government was considering transport fare subsidies. He also proposed larger ferries to carry more passengers, particularly along routes such as Oworonshoki.

Funso Doherty called for transport modernisation and questioned the influence of the Agbero network in the sector.

Deji Doherty proposed additional bridges, including a Fourth, Fifth or even Sixth Mainland Bridge, to create alternative routes and ease pressure on existing roads.

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Healthcare and Waste Management

Rhodes-Vivour called for greater investment in preventive healthcare, public education and medical training. He proposed allocating 50 per cent of the state budget to healthcare, citing difficulties residents face accessing medical facilities.

Hamzat defended the Ilera Eko health insurance scheme and referenced new healthcare facilities, including hospitals in Ojo. He also proposed establishing a university of medicine to train more doctors.

Funso Doherty argued that the government should commit more public funds to healthcare rather than placing much of the financial burden on residents.

Deji Doherty focused on pharmaceutical regulation. He called for closer scrutiny of drug manufacturers and sanctions against companies producing harmful or substandard medicines.

Waste management also featured in the debate. Rhodes-Vivour described the existing system as focused more on collecting and dumping rubbish than managing waste sustainably. He also called for greater local government involvement.

Hamzat proposed converting waste into useful resources, while Funso Doherty urged the state to take greater responsibility for public services.

Hamzat Defends His Record as Debt Concerns Emerge

Beyond the policy discussions, Hamzat highlighted his experience in education, science and technology, and works and infrastructure.

He also presented his seven-pillar Lagos Promise, which contains 100 pledges covering people-first governance, renewal, opportunity, inclusion, security and integrity.

“Lagos has prepared me for this role with different assignments. A government serves better when it knows the people. I know the people, I know the work and I know the state,” he said.

On the October 2020 Lekki tollgate incident, Hamzat described the period as a sad moment for Lagos. He acknowledged the breakdown of public trust and pointed to the judicial panel of inquiry, its published report and the government’s white paper.

Deji Doherty, meanwhile, raised concerns about Lagos’s debt obligations. He described the burden as a constraint on the state’s finances.

“The debt burden is heavy. When you’re paying close to about 19, 20 billion in external debt, in domestic debt, in foreign debt, then you have a burden that you’re carrying that is weighing you down,” he said.

Beyond Campaign Promises

The debate exposed different approaches to Lagos’s challenges. Hamzat defended existing interventions and proposed expanding them, while opposition candidates called for changes in housing, transport, healthcare and environmental management.

Ultimately, residents will want to know how the candidates intend to turn their proposals into measurable improvements.

With traffic congestion, expensive housing, flooding and access to public services affecting daily life, the debate allowed voters to examine the candidates’ plans for the state.

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Story written by Aramide Okunbor, edited by Sola Sanusi.

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Speaking during a discussion on Brown’s Couch, Afolabi argued that Odukoya could remarry if he wished. However, he maintained that the pastor should consider stepping down from the pulpit because of the standards expected of church leaders.

Morayo had said that for Pastor Jimmy Odukoya to have taken a new wife, he must have heard from God, Afolabi replied that he must have heard from God too before leaving the first wife too.

Brown’s comments came as the programme discussed Odukoya’s new marriage and the debate surrounding divorce and remarriage among Christian leaders.

Afolabi Brown Questions Jimmy Odukoya on His Pastoral Role

While reacting to Morayo’s defence of Odukoya’s decision to remarry, Brown suggested that the conversation involved more than the pastor’s marital status. He hinted at what he described as a wider concern, saying:

“You don’t see what a lot of people do not see here is a pattern. Anyway, I won’t talk, I won’t talk. There is a bigger issue that the world has not seen.”

Although he did not fully explain the alleged pattern, Brown questioned whether Odukoya should continue serving as a senior pastor. His argument centred on the expectations placed on spiritual leaders and the example they set for their congregations.

He noted that the only reason the Bible allows couple to get divorce is because of adultery and as a Bible scholar that Jimmy is, many might assumed that his ex-wife was an adultress. He mentioned that Pastor Jimmy’s silence can be termed as unaccountability on his part.

He Criticises the Pastor’s Appearance

Brown also turned his attention to Odukoya’s physical appearance, mentioning his tattoos, body-hugging clothes, nose ring, earrings and muscular physique. He grouped these features under what he called “the flesh”, arguing that they raised questions about the pastor’s public image.

“You see, tattoo, body hug, nose ring, earrings for men, biceps, triceps, everything I have mentioned, they are in the same WhatsApp group. And it is a WhatsApp group called The Flesh. This is all about the flesh,” he said.

He also questioned the effort Odukoya allegedly puts into maintaining his physique.

“Why is Jimmy Odukoya trying to look very hot? I’m telling you, he has worked heavily,” Brown added.

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Brown Raises Questions About Influence

Brown further pointed to Odukoya’s position as leader of a prominent church. He suggested that the influence and resources associated with the office made the pastor’s choices worthy of public scrutiny.

“Now imagine his position, senior pastor. And you know under that type of church, money is flowing,” he said.

His remarks have added another voice to the debate over Odukoya’s remarriage and expectations of Christian leadership. However, Brown’s comments reflect his personal views and do not establish that the pastor has breached any church rule or biblical requirement.

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With the festive season approaching, residents and visitors have plenty of opportunities to experience African creativity. They can discover emerging talent, meet industry professionals and explore different sides of the city’s entertainment scene.

From contemporary art and African cinema to fashion and live theatre, here are nine cultural and entertainment events taking place in Lagos this November.

1. ART X Lagos 2026

Date: November 5–8, 2026
Venue: Federal Palace, Victoria Island

ART X Lagos returns for its 11th edition under the theme A New Chapter, A New Decade. The annual art fair brings together artists, galleries, collectors and art enthusiasts to celebrate contemporary African art and its growing global influence.

Its programme includes exhibitions, cinema, live music, conversations and showcases featuring artists from Africa and its diaspora. The fair also gives emerging artists opportunities to connect with established figures in the art world.

2. Africa International Film Festival (AFRIFF 15)

Date: November 1–7, 2026
Location: Lagos, with the Africa Film and Content Market at Twinwaters, Lekki

AFRIFF returns for its 15th edition, bringing together filmmakers, actors, producers, distributors and other film industry professionals.

The festival features film screenings, workshops, masterclasses and networking sessions. These activities aim to support African filmmaking and connect local stories with international audiences.

Its accompanying Africa Film and Content Market also provides a platform for discussions about film financing, distribution and industry partnerships.

3. GTCO Fashion Weekend 2026

Date: November 7–8, 2026
Venue: GTCentre, Oniru, Victoria Island

Fashion takes centre stage as GTCO Fashion Weekend returns under the theme Fashion Is Timeless.

The two-day event celebrates African fashion and provides a platform for designers, entrepreneurs and industry professionals to showcase their work. Attendees can look forward to runway presentations, fashion and beauty masterclasses, industry discussions and opportunities to discover emerging designers.

4. Lagos Fringe Festival

Date: November 3–8, 2026
Venues: Multiple locations across Lagos

The Lagos Fringe Festival brings performers and audiences together for a celebration of theatre, dance, spoken word, music and other creative expressions.

It provides a platform for established and emerging artists to present their work. Audiences can also experience different performance styles and engage with creative talent.

The programme includes workshops and learning opportunities for artists seeking to develop their skills.

5. CANEX WKND 2026

Date: November 5–8, 2026
Venue: Wole Soyinka Centre for Culture and Creative Arts, National Theatre, Lagos

CANEX WKND, also known as Creative Africa Nexus Weekend, brings together participants from across Africa’s creative industries.

The four-day gathering features conversations, exhibitions, masterclasses, fashion showcases, live music, film and food experiences. It also connects creative entrepreneurs, investors, policymakers and industry leaders interested in growing Africa’s creative economy.

The event offers opportunities for people working in entertainment, media, fashion, design and other creative fields to exchange ideas and build partnerships.

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6. NECLive 2026

Date: November 12, 2026
Venue: Alliance Française de Lagos, Ikoyi

NECLive brings together professionals and stakeholders from Nigeria’s entertainment industry to discuss its growth, challenges and business opportunities.

The conference provides a platform for conversations about music, film, media, technology and the wider creative economy. It also offers networking opportunities for industry professionals, entrepreneurs and emerging creatives seeking new connections and ideas.

7. Lagos International Theatre Festival 2026

Date: November 14–15, 2026
Venue: MUSON Centre, Onikan

The Lagos International Theatre Festival celebrates live performance and storytelling. It brings together theatre practitioners, playwrights, actors and audiences.

The festival showcases stage productions and other creative performances. It also gives established and emerging talents opportunities to present their work.

Through its programme, the festival highlights theatre’s role in exploring social issues, human experiences and African stories.

8. Entertainment Week Africa 2026

Date: November 17–22, 2026
Location: Lagos

Entertainment Week Africa focuses on the continent’s creative industries. It brings together established professionals and emerging talents from music, film, fashion, technology and digital media.

Under the theme Closing the Gap, the event is expected to feature masterclasses, industry discussions, creative showcases and networking sessions.

It aims to connect creatives with investors, businesses and other stakeholders. It will also encourage conversations about the opportunities and challenges facing Africa’s entertainment industry.

9. Aké Arts and Book Festival 2026

Date: November 19–21, 2026
Location: Lagos

The Aké Arts and Book Festival brings together writers, readers, poets, artists and other cultural figures to celebrate African literature and creative expression.

Its programme features literary discussions, author sessions and activities exploring African stories, ideas and experiences. The festival also gives readers opportunities to engage with writers and discover new voices in literature.

Lagos Offers Something for Every Creative Interest

From art fairs and film screenings to fashion showcases, theatre productions and literary gatherings, November’s calendar reflects Lagos’s diverse cultural scene.

These events offer more than entertainment. They give artists platforms to showcase their work and professionals opportunities to build connections. They also allow audiences to engage with the people and ideas shaping Africa’s creative industries.

Anyone planning to attend should check the organisers’ official channels for updated schedules, ticket availability, registration requirements and venue information before making plans.

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Story written by Aramide Okunboh, edited by Sola Sanusi.

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Doubts have emerged over the widely circulated claim that 16-year old Osasere Okundaye has become Nigeria’s youngest chartered accountant.

The claim, which gained nationwide attention after it was amplified by the Minister of Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande, celebrated the teenager as having attained the prestigious professional qualification at the age of 16.

In a congratulatory message, Olawande said: “I heartily congratulate Miss Osasere Okundaye on her outstanding achievement of becoming Nigeria’s youngest Chartered Accountant at just 16 years of age. Osasere has distinguished herself as a shining example of the limitless potential of Nigerian youth. Her accomplishment shows that with determination, dedication and the right support, young Nigerians can break barriers and set new records.”

An ICAN official confirmed that her name was indeed in their database. However, the official noted that while the viral reports were attributed to the Minister of Youth Development, it remains unclear where the information originated.

A chartered accountant, who prefers anonymity, told nbgafrica.com that even if a candidate passes all ICAN professional examinations, he or she cannot immediately be described as a chartered accountant.

According to her, successful candidates must complete 36 months of compulsory practical training in an approved audit firm or other qualifying organisation under experienced supervision before they become eligible for induction into ICAN. It id only after induction, she added, that they are they entitled to bear the designation of Chartered Accountant.

To underscore the point, the source cited the case of Jonathan Adewale, who reportedly became the youngest person to pass ICAN’s professional examinations at 17 but is yet to be inducted because he is still a university undergraduate and has not completed the mandatory professional training.

ICAN, nbgafrica.com, also learnt will formally respond to the issue in the coming days. Until then, the claim that Okundaye is Nigeria’s youngest chartered accountant remains under official verification by the institute.

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