By George Omagbemi
The father of late Nigerian gospel singer Sadiq Olayemi Bayonle, popularly known as Toluwanisings, has spoken publicly about his son’s life, family background and burial arrangements following his death at the age of 34.
According to a report by Intel Region published on October 24, 2026, the singer was born in July 1992 and died on October 14, 2026.
Recounting his son’s upbringing, the bereaved father explained that Toluwanisings lost his mother when he was only six months old. Following her death, the singer was raised by his maternal relatives, who were Christians and helped shape his religious upbringing.
His father also acknowledged the important role played by his elder brother, who supported his education, paid his school fees and provided for some of his needs while he was growing up.
After completing secondary school, Toluwanisings proceeded to Yaba College of Technology in Lagos, where he continued his education. He later met the woman who became his wife through their shared involvement in a church choir.
The father described his late son as caring and generous, noting that he maintained close relationships with family members and offered financial assistance where he could.
He further disclosed that Toluwanisings had promised to help establish one of his younger half-siblings shortly before his death.
Speaking about the burial, the father expressed his wish for his son to be laid to rest in the house he built before his passing.
The singer’s death has drawn attention to his personal life and the family relationships that shaped his journey.
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