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The Digest:

The burial arrangements for late gospel musician Omije Ojumi have been cancelled due to an ongoing family crisis. According to a statement by her colleague and planning committee member Lanre Alewilese on Instagram, all plans have been halted indefinitely. The committee had previously announced her burial was scheduled for January 20, 2026, but cited unresolved internal family issues as the reason for the postponement, apologizing for any inconvenience caused.

Key Points:
  • The cancellation delays closure and communal grieving for fans, friends, and the gospel music community.
  • It exposes private familial disputes to public scrutiny, potentially intensifying stress for the bereaved family.
  • Public disagreements over funeral arrangements can strain relationships and tarnish the late singer's legacy.
  • The situation reflects common challenges in coordinating final rites when family consensus is lacking.
  • The indefinite postponement leaves collaborators and well-wishers in a state of uncertainty.

Attention now turns to the family's ability to resolve internal differences and announce a new date for the final rites.

Sources: Notjustok