Posted by Samuel on Sat 19th Apr, 2025 - tori.ng
According to the statement, the musician, Big Bolaji passed on following a brief illness.
Bolaji Olarewaju, the Nigerian gospel singer, popularly known as Big Bolaji, is dead.
His death was confirmed by his family in a statement on Saturday.
According to the statement, Big Bolaji passed on following a brief illness.
Parts of the statement read, “It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Bolaji Olarewaju, affectionately known as “Big B,” a cherished father, husband, brother, and an esteemed figure in both the church community, an ordained Pastor in the RCCG and a giant in the music industry and our community.
“Bolaji left us on Easter Saturday, 19th April 2025, after a brief illness.”
The family added that details of his obsequies will be shared in due course.
Big Bolaji only recently celebrated his 50th birthday.
Also a radio talk show host, he began his music ministry with the group J’apha.