The death of Nigerian gospel singer Bunmi Akinnanu, widely known for her inspirational song “Omije Ojumi,” has sparked an outpouring of tributes and reflections from fans, alongside renewed attention to a message she received several years ago that has since resurfaced online.
A family source confirmed that the gospel musician passed away on Tuesday evening after months of battling a serious leg condition. Although the family is yet to issue an official statement, admirers across social media have been sharing memories of her music, faith and perseverance during illness.
In the months leading up to her death, Bunmi Akinnanu’s health struggles were widely known. Supporters regularly offered prayers for her recovery, especially after a late-2025 video from G.F. David Ministries in Ibadan showed her receiving prayers during a church service while seated with her injured leg stretched out. Clergy at the service disclosed that she had been experiencing prolonged complications with her leg, prompting intensified prayer sessions.
Following news of her passing, an old message dating back to 2021 began circulating again on social media. The message, sent by a Nigerian cleric at the time, urged the singer to pray fervently after he claimed to have had a troubling vision concerning her. He emphasized that he reached out not to alarm her, but to encourage spiritual vigilance and prayer against what he described as negative forces.
The reappearance of the message has generated widespread discussion online, with many fans urging restraint and calling for respect for the family during their time of grief. Others have focused on celebrating Bunmi Akinnanu’s musical contributions and the hope her songs brought to listeners.
As tributes continue to pour in, many admirers say her legacy should be remembered not for online speculation, but for her devotion to gospel music and the impact of her ministry on lives across Nigeria and beyond.
