The burial ceremony of late gospel singer Bunmi Akinnaanu, popularly known as Omije Ojumi, has been postponed following unresolved disagreements within her family.
The development was confirmed on Saturday by Lanre Alewilese, a close associate and colleague of the deceased, in a statement shared on social media.
According to the statement, all burial plans earlier put in place by the Burial Planning Committee have been suspended. Alewilese explained that the decision became unavoidable due to issues that arose within the singer’s family, while apologising to well-wishers for the inconvenience.
“Please be informed that all plans and arrangements for the burial of our late sister and colleague, Lady Evangelist Bunmi Akinnaanu, also known as Omije Ojumi, have been cancelled due to issues arising from within her family. We sincerely apologise for the inconvenience,” the statement read.
Bunmi Akinnaanu passed away on January 12, 2026, after battling a prolonged leg ailment. Before her death, the gospel singer had repeatedly sought prayers from fans and colleagues, sharing updates about her health and expressing faith for recovery.
Before the postponement, burial details had been announced by fellow gospel artiste Alayo Melody through an official flier outlining the programme of events. Activities were scheduled to begin on Tuesday, January 20, with a service of songs at the LTV 8 Ground, followed by a candlelight procession and an artistes’ tribute night later that evening. Her interment was planned for Wednesday, January 21, in a private ceremony for family members and close associates.
Omije Ojumi began her music career at a young age and later left banking to focus fully on gospel music. She gained nationwide recognition with her song Omije Ojumi, which became widely sung in churches and Christian gatherings across Nigeria.
Tributes have continued to pour in from members of the gospel music community and fans, who remember her for her dedication, worship songs and impact on Nigerian gospel music.
JUST IN 🚨: LATE GOSPEL SINGER BUNMI AKINNANU (AKA OMIJE OJU MI)BURIAL RITES CANCELED
This is to inform you that all plans & arrangements for the burial of our Late Sister & Colleague; *Lady Evang. Bunmi Akinnaanu a.k.a. OMIJE OJUMI* by the Burial Planning Committee has been… pic.twitter.com/EfJEKwLBmB— Yemi of Lagos ♛® 🇳🇬 🇺🇸 (@Yemi_of_Lagos) January 17, 2026