Gospel singer Olayemi Bayonle Bolaji, popularly known as Toluwanisings, has been laid to rest in Ibadan, Oyo State, weeks after his death.
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
Toluwanisingsâ 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 singerâs life and music.
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