Nigeria: Gospel Singer Taiwo Adegbodu of Adegbodu Twins Is Dead

1 March 2026
Leadership (Abuja)
By Zuleihat Chatta

Taiwo Adegbodu, one half of the popular gospel music duo Adegbodu Twins, has died.

News of his passing was announced via the duo's official Facebook page.

In an emotional message believed to have been written by his twin brother and music partner, Kehinde Adegbodu, the family expressed grief over the loss.

"TAIWO, why will you leave your kids and me without notification? My heart is bleeding. Lord, how do you want me to cope without him? God, why? This is too much for me to bear," the statement read.

Further details surrounding the cause of death were not disclosed at the time of filing this report.

The Adegbodu Twins were widely known within gospel music circles for their spirited performances and harmonised ministrations, earning a devoted following among fans and church communities.

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