Funke Akindele, Wumi Toriola Mourn Gospel Singer Toluwanisings

Funke Akindele, Wumi Toriola and other celebrities mourn gospel singer Toluwanisings following news of his death on October 14, 2026

Nigerian celebrities, including Nollywood actresses Funke Akindele and Wumi Toriola, have expressed grief following the death of gospel singer Toluwanisings, with many taking to social media to pay tribute to the late musician.

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The singer reportedly died in the early hours of Wednesday, October 14, 2026. His family confirmed the news in a statement, asking the public to remember his wife, relatives and loved ones in their prayers during the difficult period.

Following the announcement, celebrities and fans flooded his social media comment section with emotional messages, expressing shock and sadness over his death.

Akindele described Toluwanisings as a humble and hardworking gentleman while praying for comfort for his family.

“Haaa. Hmmm, such a humble and hardworking gentleman. May his soul rest in peace. May the Lord comfort his loved ones,” she wrote.

Toriola also expressed disbelief over the news, commenting, “E gbami ooo. Jesuuuu, Haaa.”

Actress Jumoke Odetola reflected on the singer’s growing prominence, writing, “Chai! When the assignment was beginning to unfold, and his light was beginning to shine brighter.”

Content creator Kiekie reacted with the words, “Ejeee Jesu,” while Queen Silekunola Naomi, the former wife of the Ooni of Ife, wrote, “Hmmmm, Lord God, thou knowest.”

Other entertainers also shared their grief. Actor Muyiwa Ademola described the news as heartbreaking, admitting that he did not know what to write in response.

“This breaks my heart! It did! Don’t even know what to write! God,” he commented.

Temitope Solaja Aruga also questioned the sudden loss, writing, “But how? God, how? Truly tired, unquestionable God. Rest well bro.”

Nkechi Blessing expressed her feelings in a brief but poignant message: “Death is cruel.”

Actors Adeniyi Johnson, Eniola Badmus, Damola Olatunji and Kiki Bakare were among others who reacted with emotional comments, while Faithia Williams and Funmi Awelewa shared crying and heartbroken emojis.

More tributes came from Aisha Lawal, Ronke Oshodi, Adekola Tijani, Debbie Shokoya, Kunle Afod, Seyi Edun, Bimbo Afolayan and Tayo Adeniyi, among others.

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The outpouring of grief reflects the shock felt by colleagues and admirers following the singer’s death. His family has appealed for prayers and support as they mourn their loss.