{
  "id": 14547079,
  "title": "Family confirms death of gospel singer Toluwanisings",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/14/family-confirms-death-of-gospel-singer-toluwanisings",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-14T22:22:54.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Punch Nigeria",
    "slug": "punch-nigeria",
    "url": "https://punchng.com/family-confirms-death-of-gospel-singer-toluwanisings/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The family of Nigerian gospel singer Toluwanisings, whose real name is Olayemi Bolaji, has announced his death. The announcement was made on Wednesday via the singer's TikTok account, which noted that he passed away in the early hours of October 14, 2026. The family expressed their sorrow in a statement, describing him as a husband, family member, and gospel minister. They also requested that prayers be kept for his wife, family, and loved ones during this difficult time. Funeral arrangements will be announced by the family in due course. The singer's death has prompted concern among fans and colleagues, with many expressing grief on social media.",
  "summary": "The family of Nigerian gospel singer, Olayemi Bolaji, popularly known as Toluwanisings, has announced his death on October 14, 2026. Read More: https://punchng.com/family-confirms-death-of-gospel-singer-toluwanisings/",
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      {
        "outlet": "Punch",
        "title": "Family confirms death of gospel singer Toluwanisings",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/14/family-confirms-death-of-gospel-singer-toluwanisings-14550395",
        "published": "2026-10-14T22:40:54.000Z"
      }
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}