Gospel Singer Taiwo Adegbodu of Adegbodu Twins Passes Away, Nigerians Pen Heartfelt Tributes
- Tragedy has hit the Nigerian gospel music industry following the passing of singer Taiwo Adegbodu of the Adegbodu Twins
- Reports of the singer's sudden demise emerged on social media on Sunday, March 1, 2026
- The heartbreaking loss comes a few months after the gospel industry lost singer Omije Ojumi
The Nigerian gospel music industry has been thrown into mourning following the death of popular gospel artiste, Taiwo Adegbodu, one half of the renowned Adegbodu Twins.
News of his demise surfaced on Sunday, March 1, after his twin brother and music partner, Kehinde Adegbodu, took to social media to announce the heartbreaking news.
Source: Instagram
In a moving post, Kehinde expressed deep grief over the loss of his brother and ministry partner.
“TAIWO, why will you leave me and your kids without notification? My heart is bleeding, Lord how do you want me to cope without him? God why? This is too much for me to bear!!!” he wrote.
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City People Magazine also shared a post about Taiwo's death, revealing it has been confirmed by the twin's management.
"Taiwo Adegbodu of @adegbodu_twinsofficial is DEAD. Confirmed by their Management. Details Later. May his Soul Rest in Peace. " the report read.
Source: Instagram
Gospel singer Esther Igbekele also confirmed reports of Taiwo Adegboju's death.
Taiwo and Kehinde Adegbodu were known for their powerful ministrations, energetic worship sessions, and performances that endeared them to churches and Christian gatherings in the country.
Some of their popular tracks include “Shower Your Blessing”, “God Concert”, “Emi Mimo”, “Igbagbo Dun”, “Ma Beru” and “Adura Mi Gba”, among others.
Taiwo's death comes after the gospel music industry lost Evangelist Bunmi Akinnaanu Adeoye, aka "Omije Ojumi" who passed away on January 12, 2026, at a hospital in Lagos. She died at age 46 after a prolonged battle with a leg ailment, which had caused her to appeal for prayers in late 2025.
Nigerians mourn Taiwo Adegbodu
Legit.ng compiled some of the emotional reactions as Nigerians penned heartfelt tributes to the late singer. Read the comments below:
johnsonolalekan_tao commented:
"Jesu Jesu haaa omase o this is a great loss and shock may his soul rest in peace Omo Adegbodu hummm."
bukkyjayi said:
"Jesus!!!,how will his twin brother take this,may his soul rest in peace."
floral_baby223 commented:
"The unique way this twins praise i too love it how will bro Kenny cope."
tosingesstra52 said:
"Death is inevitable, one day is one day for the saint ,let's be prepare it's sad but we're all going to taste it,I wish you guys long life AMEN 🙏 RIP LEGEND."
ennymakeoverz2023 reacted:
"What’s going on with artists?….music, actor hmmm God protect others."
stellybabe05 said:
"Haaa, they both still ministered at Mercy can do it on Tuesday. Jesu."
toluwanimii said:
Ha how nao. They were still at prophet Taiwo Ojo Ogbomosho crusade 2 weeks ago abi
Omije Ojumi's daughter delivers emotional tribute to late mom
Legit.ng also reported that during the burial event, Jomiloju, daughter of the late singer, described her mother as a strong and virtuous woman who carried the weight of the family alone.
She explained that Omije Ojumi's greatest wish was to raise disciplined and responsible children who would not repeat the mistakes she believed she made in her marriage.
In her tribute, Jomiloju promised to continue her mother's legacy by caring for her younger brother, William, and guiding him to become the prayerful and responsible man their mother always hoped he would be
Source: Legit.ng
