ToluwaniSings Was Rushed to 7–8 Hospitals Before His Death, Aide Reveals

The Nigerian gospel music community is mourning the death of singer ToluwaniSings, whose aide says desperate efforts were made to obtain medical attention after the singer suddenly slumped in Ibadan, Oyo State.

Babadunni Olayemi, the personal assistant to late gospel singer ToluwaniSings, has revealed that the singer was reportedly taken to seven or eight hospitals following a sudden collapse, but efforts to secure medical attention were unsuccessful.

ToluwaniSings, whose real name was Olayemi Bayonile Bolaji, reportedly died on Wednesday, October 14, 2026. He was known for gospel songs such as A Very Big God and Onibuore, which touched the lives of many worshippers.

Aide Recounts the Singer's Final Moments

Speaking about the tragic incident on Thursday, Babadunni said he was not present when the singer slumped but rushed to the scene after receiving a phone call.

According to the aide, the singer had appeared healthy before the incident and showed no obvious signs of illness.

He explained that people around the singer immediately attempted to revive him before arranging transportation to several hospitals in Ibadan.

Hospitals Allegedly Unable to Provide Assistance

Babadunni claimed that some hospitals reportedly cited the unavailability of doctors due to an ongoing strike, while others allegedly declined to admit the singer.

He said the people accompanying ToluwaniSings made desperate efforts to find medical assistance, visiting as many as seven or eight hospitals.

Despite these efforts and prayers from those around him, the singer could not be saved.

The claims about the hospitals' responses have not been independently verified in this report.

Family Begins to Consider Funeral Arrangements

The aide also disclosed that the singer's body had been deposited at a mortuary. The family was expected to meet and decide on the next steps, including funeral arrangements.

He noted that relatives were still processing the loss and would communicate further decisions after consultations.

Gospel Music Community Mourns ToluwaniSings

News of ToluwaniSings' death has left fans and members of the gospel music community grieving the loss of a singer whose music inspired worshippers.

His songs, particularly A Very Big God and Onibuore, remain among the works for which many listeners remember him.

As tributes continue, fans and well-wishers are remembering his contribution to gospel music and the impact of his ministry through songs.

May his soul rest in perfect peace, and may God comfort his family, friends, and fans during this difficult time.

Note: This report is based on statements attributed to the singer's aide. Further details may emerge as the family and relevant authorities provide additional information.