Veteran Nigerian gospel music icon Toun Soetan has passed away at the age of 73. Her death was confirmed on Friday by gospel comedian Woli Agba, who shared the news in a post on social media.
Announcing the development, he wrote, “The message remained the same. The lifestyle remained that which glorifies Jesus. Your transition into Glory to meet The Lord Jesus happened today.
“Our dear Legendary Mummy Toun Soetan… Mummy, sing with the Angels. Mummy, wow, goodnight. May God be with our beloved daddy and the family.”
Gospel musician Peter Olaniyi also confirmed the death, describing the late singer, Toun Soetan, as a legend in the Nigerian gospel music community.
“We just lost another legend this morning, Mummy Toun Soetan. May the Lord be with the family and Daddy Titus Soetan. Please let’s commiserate with the family,” he said.
Tributes have continued to pour in from gospel artistes and admirers, who described the late singer, Toun Soetan, as an inspiration and mentor to many in the gospel music ministry.
Toun Soetan is survived by her husband, Titus Soetan, family members, and a large community of gospel ministers and followers influenced by her life and ministry.