Singer Bunmi Akinnanu, ‘Omije Ojumi’, passes on

Nigerian gospel singer Bunmi Akinnanu, known for her hit song “Omije Ojumi,” has died following a prolonged battle with a serious leg condition.

Her death was confirmed Tuesday evening by sources close to the singer. The family has not yet released an official statement, with further details expected to be shared later.

Akinnanu’s passing follows months of health struggles that became public in late 2025 when a video from G.F. David Ministries in Ibadan, Oyo State, showed her receiving prayers for healing. In the footage, she was seen with her leg stretched out while church members prayed for her recovery.

The cleric leading the service revealed that the singer had been suffering from persistent bleeding in her leg. The video sparked widespread concern, prompting fans and supporters nationwide to organize prayer sessions and share messages of encouragement across social media. However, the specific medical diagnosis was never publicly disclosed.

Akinnanu discovered her passion for music at age 10 and later abandoned a banking career to pursue gospel music full-time. She gained prominence through “Omije Ojumi,” a song that touched the hearts of countless Nigerians, and continued to release several gospel tracks that established her as a respected figure in the gospel music community.