- The footage reportedly revealed the severity of her health condition
- She rose to prominence with “Omije Ojumi,” a song that touched many lives
- Bunmi Akinnanu had in recent months reportedly been battling a serious leg ailment
Popular Nigerian gospel singer Bunmi Akinnanu, widely known for her hit song “Omije Ojumi,” has reportedly passed away.
Eko Hot Blog reports that the singer, who gained fame with her soul-stirring worship anthem, reportedly died on Sunday, 12 January 2026, in Lagos. Her passing was confirmed on Tuesday evening by a close source, though her family has yet to issue an official statement. Further details are expected in the coming days.
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Bunmi Akinnanu had in recent months reportedly been battling a serious leg ailment. In late 2025, a video surfaced online from a church service at G.F. David Ministries in Ibadan, Oyo State, showing her seated with her leg extended as prayers were offered for her healing.
The footage reportedly revealed the severity of her health condition, sparking nationwide concern and prompting social media prayer campaigns.
The exact medical nature of her condition has not been officially disclosed. Bunmi Akinnanu reportedly began her music career at the age of 10 and later left a banking career to fully commit to gospel music.
She rose to prominence with “Omije Ojumi,” a song that touched many lives, and went on to release several other gospel tracks that cemented her as a respected voice in the Nigerian gospel industry.
Fans, fellow gospel artists, and worshippers continue to mourn her reportedly untimely passing, celebrating her contribution to music and ministry, while awaiting more information from her family.
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