Popular Nigerian gospel singer Bunmi Akinnanu, widely known for her hit song “Omije Ojumi,” has died.
Her death was announced on Tuesday evening by a close source to the singer.
As of the time of filing this report, the family has yet to issue an official statement, with further details expected to be communicated later.
The singer’s passing comes months after she publicly appealed for prayers and divine healing while battling a serious leg ailment.
Recall that in late 2025, a video of Akinnanu surfaced online from a church service at G.F. David Ministries in Ibadan, Oyo State, where she was seen seated with her leg stretched out while prayers were offered for her recovery. The footage sparked widespread concern after it revealed the severity of her health condition.
During the service, the cleric leading the prayers disclosed that the singer had been experiencing persistent bleeding in her leg, prompting intense prayers for healing.
The video quickly went viral, with fans and well-wishers across the country organizing prayer sessions and flooding social media with messages of support.
The exact medical nature of her condition was never officially disclosed.
Bunmi Akinnanu began her music journey at the age of 10 and later left a career in banking to pursue gospel music full-time.
She rose to prominence with “Omije Ojumi,” a song that resonated deeply with many Nigerians, and went on to release several other gospel tracks that made her position as a respected voice in the industry.
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