Prophet Segun Arole Makes Emotional Plea for Late Gospel Singer's Burial
In a significant development surrounding the burial arrangements for gospel singer Bunmi Akinnanu, popularly known as Omije Ojumi, new details have emerged following the family's initial cancellation of her final rites. The situation has taken a dramatic turn with Prophet Segun Arole stepping in to mediate between the late singer's family and the entertainment community.
Family Reconciliation and New Burial Plans
According to recent reports, Omije Ojumi's family has now reached an internal agreement regarding her burial arrangements, marking a crucial step forward after weeks of uncertainty. The family had previously suspended all burial activities due to unresolved internal matters, creating confusion among those who had planned to participate in honoring the late singer's memory.
Prophet Segun Arole revealed in a viral video that the family has established a new burial timeline, with the service of song and candlelight procession scheduled for Wednesday, January 28, followed by interment on Thursday, January 29. This announcement comes as a relief to many who have been following the developments surrounding the gospel singer's final journey.
Prophet's Heartfelt Appeal to Entertainment Community
In his emotional video message, Prophet Segun Arole made a passionate appeal to gospel artistes and prominent figures in Nigeria's entertainment industry. Speaking in Yoruba, the cleric addressed the growing tension between the late singer's family and the artistic community that had initially planned to support the burial arrangements.
"Artistes had a meeting on how gospel singer Bunmi Akinnanu (Omije Ojumi) would be buried and the family provided a date," Prophet Arole explained. "In fact, Alayo Singer already paid for the coffin and cemetery. Suddenly, the family stopped picking calls from the artistes. The family is now calling for burial arrangements but artistes said they are no longer interested. Please, for the sake of Bunmi, forgive her family and let her have a befitting burial."
Community Reactions and Social Media Response
The situation has generated significant discussion across social media platforms, with many Nigerians expressing their opinions about the unfolding events. Several comments from concerned citizens highlight the emotional nature of this situation:
- User omolola5300 commented: "This man of God is indeed in the spirit, may God continue to increase your anointing sir."
- User deeronks expressed: "If I say make I talk wetin de my mind now, e go be like say I'm not nice cos why did the family reject the artists assistance? When they fully know that it's for a selfish interest? May God rest her soul, this is quite disheartening."
- User moreotv simply stated: "Eeeeeeh so this is what delay her burial... We move this week."
Background and Previous Support from Gospel Community
Omije Ojumi, who passed away on January 12, 2026, was a respected figure in Nigeria's gospel music scene. Her contributions to the industry were recently highlighted when an old video resurfaced showing fellow gospel singer Yinka Alaseyori praising her generosity. In the emotional clip, Alaseyori revealed that Omije Ojumi had given her first car when she was just beginning her music ministry, demonstrating the late singer's supportive nature toward her colleagues.
The current situation represents a complex intersection of family dynamics, community relationships, and cultural expectations surrounding burial ceremonies in Nigeria. As Prophet Segun Arole continues his mediation efforts, the hope remains that the gospel community will come together to give Omije Ojumi the dignified farewell she deserves, honoring her memory and musical legacy.
The resolution of this matter will likely set an important precedent for how the Nigerian entertainment industry navigates similar situations in the future, emphasizing the importance of forgiveness, understanding, and collective support during times of loss.
