Osun philanthropist offers Toluwanisings’ children scholarship, housing for father

An Ikirun-born philanthropist Ibraheem Luqman has offered scholarship to the two children of late gospel singer Olayemi Bayonile Bolaji aka Toluwanisings.

He also offered accommodation for the father of late singer whose living conditions became a source of public concerns following images and videos showing the state of his home.

Toluwanisings died in the early hours of October 14, 2026 in Ibadan, Oyo State, after reportedly slumping.

Survived by wife and two daughters, the widow broke down at a night of tributes in Ibadan on October 27, appealing to people not to forget her and their children.

Luqman, in a statement, said a team had been dispatched to Ikirun, Osun State, to meet the elderly man and communicate his commitment to supporting the family.

According to the statement, the philanthropist offered to relocate Olayemi to decent accommodation within Ikirun for a more comfortable living environment.

He also pledged to sponsor the education of the late singer’s two daughters.

The statement, titled Ibraheem Adekunle Offers Housing, Scholarships to Late Toluwanisings’ Family, reads in part: “Moved by concern over the living conditions of the elderly father, Dr. Luqman, who hails from Ikirun, Osun State, dispatched a team to the town today to meet with Mr Olayemi and communicate his commitment to supporting the family.

“As part of the humanitarian gesture, Dr. Luqman has offered to relocate the elderly man to decent accommodation within Ikirun, ensuring that he can live in a more comfortable and dignified environment.

“In addition, the APM senatorial candidate has pledged scholarships for the two children of the late gospel singer to support their education and help secure their future despite the loss of their father.”

In a video of the visit online, a member of Luqman’s delegation explained the purpose of their visit to Olayemi, telling him that the offer was intended to provide him with a more comfortable place to live and support his grandchildren’s education.

“Luqman asked us to visit you for two reasons. Firstly, he is concerned about your housing condition. He said we should find a comfortable place for you to live for at least two years, where you can have peace of mind.

“He also said he wants to sponsor your grandchildren’s education up to the higher institution level, so he would like to have your permission.

“This recent event is heartbreaking because our friend who died was one of the stars of Ikirun,” the delegate said.