Sola Benson
The burial arrangements for popular gospel singer Bunmi Akinnaanu, known professionally as Omije Ojumi, have been suspended following unresolved disagreements within her family.
Akinnaanu died on January 12, 2026, at a Lagos hospital after a prolonged illness. The late singer, who left a banking career to pursue music full-time, gained national recognition for her hit song “Omije Ojumi.”
The suspension of her burial plans was announced on Saturday by Lanre Alewilese, a fellow gospel musician and member of the burial planning committee. Alewilese shared the update on his official Instagram page.
In the statement, he said the burial committee had cancelled all plans and arrangements for the late singer’s burial, attributing the decision to internal family issues.
“This decision becomes necessary due to some issues arising from and within her family,” Alewilese wrote, adding that the committee regretted any inconvenience caused.
He further confirmed that the events previously scheduled for January 20 and 21—including a service of songs, candlelight procession, tribute night, and private interment—have been put on hold.
Alewilese clarified that the postponement was not his personal decision but a collective conclusion reached by the family and burial committee. He also said that the family would provide updates once they reach a resolution.
Earlier reports had indicated that burial rites would commence with a service of songs and tribute night at the LTV 8 venue, followed by a private interment. These plans were announced by gospel singer Alayo Melody via Instagram on Friday, alongside a flier detailing the programme.
The late Akinnaanu’s death followed a long battle with a serious leg ailment, a condition that had elicited widespread concern and prayers from fans and colleagues in the gospel music community.