By Peter Omopo
Nigerian gospel singer Taiwo Adegbodu, one half of the popular Adegbodu Twins, has died.
His death was confirmed on Sunday morning in a post shared on the duo’s official fan page on Facebook by their management. The emotional message expressed shock and grief over his passing.
Fellow gospel artiste Esther Igbekele also confirmed the development in a post on her Instagram page, where she shared his photograph and mourned him with a brief tribute.
The cause of death had not been disclosed as of the time of filing this report. His passing has left fans and members of the Christian music community in mourning.
The development comes just days after the death of another gospel singer, Bunmi Akinnaanu, popularly known as Omije Ojumi, who died in a Lagos hospital on January 12, 2026, according to a statement released by her family through colleague Ayo Melody.
Taiwo Adegbodu and his twin brother, Kehinde Adegbodu, rose to prominence in the Yoruba gospel music scene after the release of their debut album Faratimi (Lean on Me) in 1999. Over the years, the duo became known for spiritually uplifting songs such as Shower Your Blessing, God Concert, Emi Mimo, Igbagbo Dun, Ma Beru and Adura Mi Gba.
In recognition of their contributions to gospel music and entertainment, Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke appointed the twins as Special Advisers on Entertainment and Tourism.
Tributes have continued to pour in from colleagues, fans and well-wishers as the gospel music community mourns his loss.
