Family and friends of the late gospel singer Bunmi Akinnaanu have announced the schedule for her final burial rites.
Akinnaanu died on January 12 after a long battle with a serious leg ailment, a condition that had drawn widespread concern from fans and the gospel music community. In the months preceding her death, she had publicly sought prayers and healing while struggling with the illness.
The burial programme was shared on Friday by fellow gospel singer Alayo Melody on Instagram, along with a flier detailing the planned events.
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According to the schedule, the funeral proceedings will begin on Tuesday, January 20, with a service of songs at the LTV 8 Ground, Ikeja, Lagos. This will be followed by a candlelight procession at 7 p.m. and a tribute and artistes’ night at 8 p.m.
The interment service is set for Wednesday, January 21, and will be limited to family members and close associates, the family confirmed.
Bunmi Akinnaanu, who began singing at the age of 10, left her banking career to pursue gospel music full-time. She rose to prominence with her hit song Omije Ojumi, which became a cherished anthem in churches and homes across Nigeria.
