Peace Reached Over Toluwanisings' Burial Debate

The Oyo State Police Command has helped the family and friends of late gospel singer Olayemi Bolaji, known as Toluwanisings, settle disputes about his burial plans.

The police said the parties involved signed a peace agreement on Tuesday at their headquarters in Eleyele, Ibadan. This meeting was called by the Commissioner of Police, Abimbola Olugbenga.

The police stepped in after concerns arose about claims of conspiracy, defamation, and actions that could disturb the peace. These issues came up during public discussions about the singer’s death and burial arrangements.

In a statement from the Oyo Police Command spokesperson, Ayanlade Olayinka, it was noted that the Commissioner of Police learned about the disagreement on October 28. This dispute involved Toluwanisings' family and friends regarding his burial plans.

It stated, "Given the potential impact of the disagreement on public order, the Commissioner of Police used his powers under Section 4 of the Police Act and other laws to invite all parties to the Command Headquarters in Eleyele, Ibadan, for a meeting aimed at stopping further conflict and finding a friendly solution."

Those who signed the peace agreement included the singer’s wife, Olayemi Elizabeth Damilola; his father, Muniru Olayemi; and his friends, Oyindamola Esther, Babadunni Gbolabo, and Lawal Ademola Rafiu. His personal assistant and other representatives were also present.

The main issue was about where Toluwanisings should be buried. His father wanted him buried at the house he built or next to his late mother in Osun State. His wife, however, disagreed with the idea of burying him at their home.

According to the police, all parties agreed to keep the peace and behave well. They promised to stop any actions that could lead to more conflict and to avoid public discussions, interviews, or comments that might worsen the situation.

The police said, "As part of the agreement, all parties promised to maintain peace and good behavior, refrain from any actions that could disturb the peace, and stop public discussions and interviews that could escalate the disagreement over the unfortunate death of the singer and related matters."

The police added that the parties also agreed to stop spreading information, claims, and news about the issue through social media, newspapers, radio, blogs, and other channels.

The agreement also requires them to make sure their representatives do not share or promote any information that could reignite the dispute.

The Commissioner of Police warned that everyone involved must stick to this agreement, including those acting on their behalf.

He cautioned, "No one should exploit the sad circumstances of the singer’s death to create conflict, spread false claims, or engage in actions that might disturb public peace."

The police stated that anyone breaking the law in this matter would face arrest and prosecution.

They also called on the public, bloggers, and media workers to be careful and avoid spreading unverified information that could stir up tensions.

Toluwanisings passed away in Ibadan on October 14, 2026, after reportedly collapsing. His death sparked controversy, with claims that several hospitals refused to treat him while attempts were made to get emergency medical help.

His personal assistant, Babadunni Gbolabo, claimed the singer was taken to seven or eight hospitals before he died. However, the University College Hospital, Ibadan, said they have no record of him being brought there.