Damilola Olayemi, widow of late Nigerian gospel singer Toluwanisings, has reportedly agreed to have her husband buried at their residence in Ibadan, Oyo State, following a disagreement with his family over his final resting place.
The development was disclosed on Sunday by Lanre Alewilese, a close associate and colleague of the deceased, in a video shared on Instagram amid growing controversy surrounding the burial arrangements.
The disagreement reportedly emerged after members of the singer’s family alleged in a viral interview that Damilola had opposed plans to bury her husband at their Ibadan residence, reportedly expressing a preference for a cemetery burial.
The singer’s father was also said to have insisted that his son should be taken to his hometown and buried beside his late mother if the family could not bury him at their Ibadan residence.
However, the latest development suggests that the disagreement over where the singer would be laid to rest may have been resolved, following the widow’s reported agreement to a home burial.
The controversy has generated reactions across social media, with some users criticising Damilola over the disagreement and questioning her position on her late husband’s burial arrangements.
Amid the growing public debate, a source close to the family has appealed to members of the public to exercise restraint and allow peace to prevail, warning against making judgments without knowing the full circumstances surrounding the matter.
According to the source, the dispute reportedly arose from a minor misunderstanding that has since been settled, making continued arguments and attacks on social media unnecessary.
“Don't let us say what we know nothing about. Let peace reign over this matter,” the source said, urging social media users to refrain from comments capable of escalating tensions between the widow and her late husband’s family.
The source also defended Damilola against what was described as an unfair portrayal of her character, urging the public to stop branding her a bad wife over the disagreement.
Expressing confidence in the widow’s character, the source said Damilola was known to be a peaceful person and appealed to the public not to allow the controversy to overshadow the need for understanding and reconciliation.
“I know Damilola very well as a peaceful person,” the source added.
The appeal comes amid heightened public interest in the burial arrangements, with calls for the parties involved to resolve any outstanding concerns privately and allow the family to mourn their loss in peace.
The source further urged members of the public to avoid spreading unverified claims and to show sensitivity to the feelings of the bereaved family, particularly at a time when emotions may be running high.