The Nigerian gospel music community is in shock following the death of Bunmi Akinnanu, also known as Omije Ojumi. The singer, aged 46, had reportedly been battling a leg-related illness since 2025, but despite efforts to restore her health, she passed away.
Her passing comes just a day after Pastor Segun Arole publicly expressed concern about her condition on Instagram. He wrote, “Where is Singer Omije Oju mi?. We heard that she was sick and we donated money. You can’t tell us to be praying without knowing her condition. What are the Yoruba Gospel artistes doing about this? People close to her should please update us about her situation. If she needs more money for medical treatment, let us know. This woman must not d!e.”
Fans and colleagues have taken to social media to share their grief. Actress Funke Etti simply reacted, “Haa,” while Mary Nurpsey reflected, “OMG ohhhhh no maybe if she had listened to that person that sent her the prophecy of her sickness back then this would have been avoided.”
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Olowoone added, “The hilarious Yoruba prophet saw this coming cause he made a video 2 days back asking about her health issues. This is really heartbreaking.”
Other heartfelt tributes included:
• Modupe_ola_mii: “I believe she is in a better place, no more pains.”
• Ellamiddy2023: “After all the struggle to make a better living. Omoh, may we not die before our time. Rest easy ma’am.”
• Iam_lope_mi: “Life is indeed fragile.”
• Softly.feyii: “Oh my God! Ahhh, what’s going on this New Year?”
Bunmi Akinnanu’s death marks a significant loss for the gospel music industry, where she was celebrated not only for her hit song Omije Ojumi but also for her ministry and impact on fans across Nigeria.