Nigerian gospel singer and Nollywood soundtrack voice, Onos Brisibi, has passed away at 55.
Her family confirmed the news of her death in a statement issued on Thursday, March 26. According to the statement, the late singer died on March 23, 2026, after a prolonged illness.
In a tribute to her, her family described her as a devoted Christian who impacted many lives through her music. They also remembered her as a joyful and warm-hearted individual, calling her a beautiful, fun-loving woman with a heart of gold, whose legacy will be fondly remembered.
“The Brisibi family announces with deep sorrow the passing of Esteemed Sister Onos Nancy Brisibi, who transitioned to glory on 23rd March 2026 after a protracted illness,” the statement reads.
“Onos Nancy Brisibi was a devoted Christian, a gifted songstress, and a passionate praise and worship leader whose angelic voice touched many lives as she spread the gospel through music.
“She will be remembered as a beautiful, fun-loving woman with a heart of gold, whose faith, warmth, and kindness left lasting impressions on all who knew her”.
The singer is survived by her daughter, Sarah Brisibi, her mother, siblings, extended family, friends, and her church family in LoveWorld Ministries.
Actor Richard Mofe-Duncan, her cousin, took to Instagram to pay an emotional tribute to her. The actor said memories with her keep flooding in as he noted how, through it all, her laughter never left her. RMD said he will miss her deeply and affirmed his love for her.
“It’s hard to put into words the loss we feel.
My dear sister and cousin, Onos Nancy Brisibi, went to be with the Lord on March 23rd, 2026, after a long and difficult illness. She was born on November 20th, 1970, to Apostle Ambrose Oproze Brisibi (of blessed memory) and Deaconess Mary Koko Brisibi of Aladja, Udu, Delta State.
Onos was more than family—she was love in human form. A devoted Christian, a beautiful soul, and a gifted songstress whose voice carried so much light and joy. She didn’t just sing; she ministered, lifting hearts and drawing people closer to God. She loved deeply, laughed freely, and gave so much of herself to everyone around her.
I called her Onos pokor pokor, and in return, she would call me Uncle Richard—with that, her playful, almost British accent. Where Warri girl wey never go England see that kind accent from? That was just who she was—full of life, humour, and charm.
The memories keep flooding in—even till her last days, when with Mama we sat reminiscing and teasing her about how, as kids, she would leave Mama Titi’s house just to come and eat at my mum’s place, where her “special plate” was always waiting. Through it all, her laughter never left her—and it still echoes in our hearts now.
She leaves behind her daughter, Sarah, her mother, siblings, and so many of us who will carry her in our hearts always.
The tears are many, but the memories are even more. And we are comforted, like all who knew her and her dedication to spreading the gospel through music, that she is finally resting with the Lord.
I will miss you deeply, my sweet coz. I love you—always will.
Rest in perfect peace, Onos.
You were truly loved”.
Sympathising with him, Funke Akindele wrote, “Ha! Oh Lord! May her soul rest in peace
Bimbo Ademoye wrote, “My deepest condolences, Papa
Stan Nze wrote, “Oh Papa! My deepest condolences. It’s well
Omoni Oboli wrote, “I’m bawling my eye out listening to one of her songs, Pray’, that I loved so much! I can’t believe that I will never see Onos again. A very bubbly and great human! I will miss you greatly, Onos. I’m so sorry I wasn’t with you in the end. God speed my dearest
Mo Abudu wrote, “My deepest sympathies, RMD
Omawunmi wrote, “Oh no! May God Almighty comfort her loved ones
Ego Oboyo wrote, “May she rest in the most perfect peace
Kate Henshaw wrote, “Ahhhh. Father Lord, wrap your arms around her soul, and may she rest in you
Hilda Dokubo wrote, “This hurts. May her soul rest in peace
Ireti Doyle, Chidi Mokeme, and Nancy Isime commented with emojis.
Idia Aisen wrote, “I’m so sorry for your loss, Papa
Mary Akpobome wrote, “Hmmmm, Onos! May her soul rest in peace. Condolences to her family and loved ones”.
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In January, gospel singer and evangelist Bunmi Akinaanu, better known as Omije Ojumi, passed away. According to reports, the singer took ill around 2025, and all efforts to get her back on her feet were futile.
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Following her untimely death, her family raised a complaint with University College Hospital (UCH), Ibadan, claiming that the staff of the medical facility were responsible for the gospel singer’s demise. They claimed that the medical officials at the hospital allegedly delayed treatment of her, which led to her demise.
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