Online sources have revealed that a self-proclaimed prophet, who allegedly claimed he could bring the late Nigerian gospel singer Olayemi Bayonle Bolaji, popularly known as Toluwanisings, back to life, has been remanded in a correctional centre after reportedly filming the singer’s corpse at a morgue and sharing the footage on social media without his family’s permission.
The prophet, identified as Moses Idowu, was arraigned by the Oyo State Police Command over allegations that he recorded the deceased singer’s body and circulated the video online, causing further distress to relatives who were already mourning his death.
Police also accused Idowu of making unsubstantiated allegations against the singer’s widow and manager, suggesting they were responsible for his death.
The development was confirmed in a statement issued on Friday, 13 November 2026, by the command’s spokesperson, DSP Ayanlade Olayinka.
According to the police, Idowu faces four counts relating to the alleged unauthorised recording and publication, defamatory material, indignity to a deceased person’s body and conduct likely to disturb public peace.
A court ordered that he be remanded at a correctional centre and adjourned his case until 2 December 2026 for further proceedings.
The allegations have not been determined by the court, and Idowu remains entitled to the presumption of innocence.
Prophet allegedly visited morgue to resurrect singer
Police said Idowu visited the mortuary where Toluwanisings’ remains were being kept after claiming that he possessed spiritual powers capable of restoring life to a dead person.
However, instead of any reported resurrection, the visit became the subject of a criminal investigation when footage of the singer’s body appeared online.
Investigators alleged that the video was recorded and circulated without authorisation from the deceased’s family.
The command maintained that the publication violated the dignity of the dead and caused additional emotional suffering to relatives.
The police further alleged that Idowu circulated statements accusing the singer’s widow, Olayemi Elizabeth Damilola, and his manager of involvement in his death.
Authorities said no substantiated evidence had been presented to support those accusations.
The combination of the morgue recording and the publications led to the charges against him.
Although Idowu reportedly claimed he could resurrect the singer, there is no verified evidence that he possessed such powers or that any resurrection occurred.
Second man arraigned over allegations against family
In a related development, the Oyo State Police Command also arraigned another man, Oladapo Joshua Dunminimnun, over separate social media publications concerning Toluwanisings’ death.
Dunminimnun was arrested on Thursday, 12 November 2026, following allegations that he circulated videos on Facebook accusing the singer’s personal assistant and relatives of responsibility for his death.
According to the police, the publications continued despite warnings against spreading unverified claims about the deceased and his family.
Investigators also alleged that Dunminimnun was aware of an undertaking signed by parties involved in the dispute, intended to restrict further public statements concerning the matter.
He was subsequently charged with offences relating to alleged false news, defamatory publication and conduct likely to cause a breach of public peace.
His case was adjourned until 11 December 2026. Neither man’s arraignment amounts to a conviction.
Singer’s death sparks family dispute and public controversy
Toluwanisings died in Ibadan, Oyo State, on 14 October 2026, after reportedly collapsing.
His death generated public concern following allegations by his personal assistant, Babadunni Gbolabo, that several hospitals had declined to admit the singer while efforts were being made to obtain emergency medical attention.
The circumstances surrounding his death subsequently became a subject of public discussion, with different individuals expressing concerns about his treatment and the events leading to his death.
The controversy deepened when disagreements emerged between the singer’s widow and his father, Muniru Adekunle Olayemi, over where his remains should be buried.
His father reportedly wanted him buried at a family property or beside his late mother in Ikirun, Osun State, while other arrangements had been proposed.
The disagreement required police intervention before the family eventually reached an understanding.
Toluwanisings was buried at his residence in Ibadan on Monday, 9 November 2026, following weeks of controversy.
However, his burial did not bring an end to public disagreements, as videos, allegations and competing accounts continued to circulate on social media.
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Police warn content creators against exploiting deaths
The Oyo State Police Command expressed concern over the increasing circulation of sensitive images and unverified accusations on social media, particularly in cases involving deceased individuals.
The police warned that members of the public, bloggers and content creators should avoid publishing graphic images of dead persons or accusing people of serious crimes without credible supporting evidence.
The warning comes amid growing concerns about how social media platforms can turn family tragedies into public controversies.
For grieving families, the circulation of disturbing videos can deepen emotional suffering, especially when such footage is shared without permission.
Unsubstantiated allegations can also expose innocent individuals to public hostility, reputational damage and further distress.
While members of the public have the right to discuss matters of public interest, allegations involving criminal conduct require careful verification.
The police urged Nigerians to respect the dignity of deceased persons and allow investigators and the courts to establish the facts surrounding disputed deaths.
What readers should know
The criminal proceedings involving Prophet Moses Idowu and Oladapo Joshua Dunminimnun highlight the legal risks associated with circulating sensitive images and making unverified allegations online.
Both men have been arraigned, but neither has been convicted in the proceedings reported.
Idowu’s case is scheduled to resume on 2 December 2026, while Dunminimnun’s case is expected to continue on 11 December 2026.
For Toluwanisings’ family, the latest development adds another chapter to the controversy surrounding the singer’s death.
It also raises wider questions about respect for the dead, the responsibilities of religious figures and the limits of social media commentary during periods of bereavement.
