The father of late Nigerian gospel singer Toluwanisings has shared emotional details about his son’s childhood, family background and relationship with his relatives, revealing that the singer lost his mother when he was only six months old.
According to reports published on Sunday, October 25, 2026, the grieving father said Toluwanisings, whose name was reported as Sadiq Olayemi Bayonle, was born in July 1992 in Kano. His mother died when he was still an infant, after which her family requested that he remain with them to help console them over the loss. The father also revealed that the late singer maintained a close relationship with his younger half-siblings and supported the family financially. In one particularly emotional revelation, he said Toluwanisings had promised to help one of his younger half-siblings just a day before his death.
The account offers a more personal look at the life of the gospel singer, whose sudden passing has left his family, colleagues and fans grieving.
Toluwanisings Lost His Mother at Six Months Old
Speaking about his son’s early life, Toluwanisings’ father explained that the singer was born in Kano in July 1992. His mother died when he was only six months old, leaving the family to make arrangements for his upbringing.
According to his father, after his wife’s remains were brought from Kano, her relatives requested that the young boy be released into their care so they could find comfort in raising him following their loss. The request was granted, and Toluwanisings grew up with his maternal relatives in a Christian household. His father explained that although the singer lived with his mother’s family, members of his paternal family also contributed to his upbringing and welfare.
The circumstances surrounding his childhood became an important part of his father’s account of the person Toluwanisings grew up to become.
His Family Played a Major Role in His Education
Toluwanisings’ father also acknowledged the significant role played by the singer’s elder sister in his upbringing. According to the account, she provided financial assistance, paid his school fees and helped ensure that he received an education. She also reportedly bought him a bicycle and supported him during his formative years. After completing secondary school, Toluwanisings proceeded to Yaba College of Technology in Lagos.
His journey from childhood to adulthood was shaped by support from relatives on his mother’s side as well as members of his paternal family. The singer later became known for his gospel music ministry, adopting the name Toluwanisings as he pursued his calling in gospel music.
Father Was Happy When Toluwanisings Embraced Christianity
Toluwanisings’ father also spoke about his son’s Christian faith, explaining that their wider family included both Christians and Muslims.
He said he was happy that his son embraced Christianity and practised the faith. Despite being raised by his maternal relatives, the singer maintained connections with his father and eventually became more involved with his paternal family. His father recalled that Toluwanisings later asked to meet his younger half-siblings. After the introduction was arranged, the siblings developed a close relationship. That relationship reportedly grew into one marked by affection and financial support, with the late singer doing what he could to assist his relatives.
Toluwanisings Supported His Father and Younger Half-Siblings
Describing his son’s relationship with the family, the father said Toluwanisings was generous and supportive, particularly towards his younger half-siblings.
“He was very supportive of me and his half-siblings, especially financially. He truly did his best for the family,” the father said, according to the account reported by Legit.ng. His remarks portrayed the singer as someone who remained concerned about his relatives’ welfare despite his own professional commitments. Beyond his public identity as a gospel singer, Toluwanisings was remembered by his father as a son and brother who made efforts to support the people closest to him.
He Promised to Help a Younger Half-Sibling a Day Before His Death
One of the most emotional details shared by Toluwanisings’ father concerned a promise the singer reportedly made shortly before his death. According to his father, Toluwanisings had promised to help establish one of his younger half-siblings just a day before he passed away. The promise has added another layer of sadness to the family’s loss, as it suggests that the singer was still making plans to support his relatives shortly before his death. His father described him as a caring son, a supportive brother and a blessing to the family. The revelation also highlights a side of the singer that his listeners may not have known as well as his music ministry: his commitment to helping his family.
Toluwanisings’ Father Shares Memories Amid Family Grief
Toluwanisings’ father’s account comes as family members, friends and members of the gospel music community continue to mourn the singer. The late musician’s life included the early loss of his mother, support from relatives who helped raise him, his education in Lagos, his marriage and the development of his gospel music ministry. His father’s recollections have brought renewed attention to the personal relationships that shaped his life and the support he reportedly extended to his family.
Although he is remembered publicly for his music, the account presents a portrait of a man who also played an important role in the lives of his relatives. His promise to assist a younger half-sibling shortly before his death remains one of the most poignant details in the family’s recollection. May God comfort Toluwanisings’ wife, children, father, siblings, extended family, friends and everyone mourning his passing.
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