Bobby Williams Adeoye, the son of late Nigerian gospel singer Bunmi Akinaanu Adeoye, popularly known as Omije Ojumi, delivered a heartfelt tribute to his mother during her service of songs on Wednesday, January 28, 2026. The ceremony, held in Lagos, gathered family and colleagues to honor the vocalist who passed away on January 12.
Bobby revealed that, though the loss was painful, he had been somewhat prepared due to his mother’s frequent remarks about mortality and praised her as a devoted parent who brought joy to their home.
He said:
“My mother was a very loving, beautiful and caring person to me, actually. So she was very very strong.”
He continued by detailing about Omije Ojumi and her commitment to his personal growth:
“She will do anything to see me come first in anywhere or even class. Anytime I come back from school, she always wants to know what happened. So, that is the loving part about mommy. She’s the best mother in the world to me.”
Bobby explained that his mother’s outlook on life made the news of her passing somewhat expected:
“When I heard she was dead, I was not that surprised because she had always been saying it. She has always been saying it.”
He concluded by reflecting on her personality and her enduring presence in his heart:
“She cracked jokes to make everywhere lively, and that’s the main reason why I also miss mommy. I know you’re dead right now, but you will always be alive in my heart and in my dreams. I love you mommy. May your soul rest in peace.”
The event also featured a tribute from the singer’s eldest daughter, Jomiloju, who spoke on the challenges their mother faced as a single parent. Additionally, the family’s representative, Femi Eretan, officially denied rumors that the family had solicited public funds for the burial, stating that legal action would be taken against anyone spreading false claims regarding their financial state.
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