The Oyo State Police Command has intervened in the burial dispute involving the family and associates of late Nigerian singer Olayemi Bayonle Bolaji, popularly known as Toluwanisings, with his wife, father, friends and associates signing a peace undertaking to prevent further public disagreements over his burial arrangements.
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Key Highlights
- Oyo Police broker peace among parties involved in Toluwanisings’ burial dispute.
- Singer’s wife, father, friends and associates sign a peace undertaking.
- Parties agree to stop public exchanges, interviews and social media allegations.
- Police warn that anyone involved in criminal conduct will be arrested and prosecuted.
- Toluwanisings died on October 14, 2026, in Ibadan.
The peace agreement was reached on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, following an intervention by the Commissioner of Police, Oyo State Command, CP Abimbola Ayodeji Olugbenga.
The disagreement, which attracted widespread public attention, reportedly centred on where and how the late singer should be buried. It also generated allegations of conspiracy and defamation of character, alongside heated exchanges across social media platforms.
Oyo Police Intervene in Toluwanisings’ Burial Dispute
In a press statement, the police said CP Olugbenga received information about the dispute on October 28, 2026.
Concerned that the disagreement could escalate into a breach of public peace, the commissioner directed that the parties be invited to the Command Headquarters in Eleyele, Ibadan, for an intervention aimed at resolving the matter amicably.
Those who participated in the meeting included the deceased’s wife, Mrs Olayemi Elizabeth Damilola; his father, Mr Muniru Olayemi; and his friends and associates, including Oyindamola Esther, Babadunni Gbolabo and Comrade Lawal Ademola Rafiu.
The singer’s personal assistant and other representatives were also present.
At the end of the engagement, all parties signed a peace undertaking before the commissioner, committing themselves to maintaining peace and avoiding actions capable of reigniting the controversy.
Parties Agree to Stop Public Exchanges and Social Media Allegations
Under the agreement, the parties undertook to discontinue public exchanges, interviews and discussions relating to the disagreement surrounding the singer’s death and burial arrangements.
They also agreed to stop circulating allegations, narratives and publications about the matter through social media, print media, radio, blogs and other communication channels.
The restriction also applies to their proxies, agents, associates and representatives, who are expected to refrain from sponsoring, amplifying or circulating publications capable of undermining the agreement.
The parties further agreed not to grant interviews, provide access or facilitate media engagements for the purpose of continuing the public disagreement.
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Police Warn Against Actions Capable of Breaching Public Peace
Reinforcing the terms of the undertaking, CP Olugbenga warned all parties and their associates to respect the agreement.
He cautioned against exploiting the circumstances surrounding the singer’s death to instigate hostility, promote unsubstantiated allegations or engage in conduct capable of disturbing public peace.
The commissioner further warned that anyone whose actions independently constitute a criminal offence would be arrested and prosecuted in accordance with the law.
The Command also appealed to bloggers, media practitioners and members of the public to exercise restraint and avoid amplifying unverified information capable of reopening the dispute.
What Happened After Toluwanisings’ Death?
Toluwanisings, whose real name was Olayemi Bayonle Bolaji, died on October 14, 2026, in Ibadan after reportedly collapsing at his home. He was survived by his wife, Damilola, and their two young daughters.
Following his death, disagreements reportedly emerged over his burial arrangements, with his father and other family members favouring a different arrangement from the one proposed by his wife and people close to him. The dispute also drew legal commentary over the father’s burial request.
The disagreement subsequently spilled into the public space, with different accounts and allegations circulating online and attracting reactions from Nigerians.
The latest intervention by the Oyo State Police Command is aimed at preventing further public exchanges as the parties work towards resolving the issues surrounding the late singer’s burial.
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