Gospel Singer Taiwo Adegbodu Dies, Music Community Mourns

Nigeria’s gospel music scene has been thrown into mourning with the death of popular gospel singer Taiwo Adegbodu, one half of the celebrated Adegbodu Twins.

The news, confirmed on Sunday morning, was shared on the Adegbodu Twins JP social media page, where a message from his twin brother, Kehinde Adegbodu, expressed profound grief over Taiwo’s passing. “Taiwo, why will you leave your kids and me without notification? My heart is bleeding,” the post read.

Fellow gospel artiste Esther Igbekele also took to her social media account to share the sad development, posting Taiwo’s picture with the caption: “Erin wo, Ajanaku sun bi oke. Hard to bear. Goodnight, bro.” As of the time of reporting, the cause of his death has not been disclosed.

Born in Oyo State, Taiwo and his twin brother rose to prominence in the Yoruba gospel music scene after releasing their debut album Faratimi (Lean on Me) in 1999. The duo was widely known for hit tracks including “Shower Your Blessing”, “Emi Mimo”, “Igbagbo Dun”, and “Adura Mi Gba”.

Their contributions to gospel music earned them recognition beyond the music world; they were appointed Special Advisers on Entertainment and Tourism in Osun State by Governor Ademola Adeleke in recognition of their influence.

Fans, colleagues and members of the gospel community have begun sharing tributes online as they remember Taiwo’s legacy in uplifting worship and ministry.

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