LAGOS – The Nigerian gospel music community has been thrown into mourning following the death of Taiwo Adegbodu, one half of the popular Adegbodu Twins.
His passing was confirmed on Sunday morning, March 1, 2026, through a message shared on the duo’s official fan page on Facebook, which is managed by their team.
The emotional post announcing his death read, “Taiwo, why will you leave your kids and me 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!”
Fellow gospel artiste Esther Igbekele also confirmed the news on her Instagram page. Sharing his photograph, she wrote, “Erin wo, Ajanaku sun bi oke. Hard to bear. Goodnight, bro.”
As of the time this report was filed, the cause of death had not been disclosed. There was no immediate official statement from the family explaining the circumstances.
Taiwo and his twin brother, Kehinde Adegbodu, gained recognition in the Yoruba gospel music scene after releasing their debut album, Faratimi, meaning Lean on Me, in 1999. The project marked the beginning of a career that would see them become respected figures in Nigeria’s Christian music space.
Over the years, the twins became known for songs such as Shower Your Blessing, God Concert, Emi Mimo, Igbagbo Dun, Ma Beru and Adura Mi Gba. Their music blended Christian worship with Yoruba cultural themes, earning them a dedicated audience.
In recognition of their impact on entertainment, the Governor of Osun State, Ademola Adeleke, appointed the brothers as Special Advisers on Entertainment and Tourism. Osun State is located in southwestern Nigeria.
The development comes shortly after the death of another gospel singer, Bunmi Akinnaanu, widely known as Omije Ojumi. Her death was announced in a statement shared on Instagram by her colleague Ayo Melody on behalf of her family. The statement said she died in a Lagos hospital on Sunday, January 12, 2026.
Taiwo Adegbodu’s death has sparked widespread tributes from fans and colleagues, many of whom described him as a devoted minister of music whose songs inspired faith and hope.