Akanbi Elizabeth, the widow of late gospel singer Olayemi Bayonile Bolaji, popularly known as Toluwanisings, broke down in tears while paying tribute to her husband at a tribute night held on Tuesday in Ibadan, Oyo State.
The emotional moment occurred as family members, friends, colleagues and well-wishers gathered to honour the late singer and celebrate his life and contributions to gospel music.
In a video from the event, Toluwanisings’ wife was seen shedding tears as she delivered her tribute to her late husband.
“Toluwanisings, my dear husband. I will forever miss you. Please do not forget your children and I,” she said.
Her emotional reaction captured the pain of losing her partner and drew attention from those gathered to honour the singer.
The tribute night provided an opportunity for loved ones and members of the gospel music community to remember the late artiste and reflect on his life and legacy.
The gathering in Ibadan brought people together to pay their respects to Toluwanisings and honour his contributions to gospel music.
Tribute nights often provide family members, friends and colleagues with an opportunity to share memories and celebrate the lives of loved ones who have passed away.
Several gospel artistes attended the tribute night, including Adeyinka Alaseyori, Esther Igbekele, Laolu Gbenjo, Akintayo Akinwande, SB Live, Bidemi Olaoba, Mr Gbera, Peterson Okopi and Sarah Apekeola.
Toluwanisings died in Ibadan on October 14, 2026, after reportedly slumping.
His death has since generated controversy over alleged difficulties in obtaining emergency medical care, disagreements among family members over his burial arrangements and calls for an investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death.
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