Sad News as Iconic Gospel Singer and Nollywood Soundtrack Queen, Onos Brisibi, Passes Away at 55

​The Nigerian entertainment industry is in mourning following the death of legendary gospel singer and Nollywood soundtrack queen, Onos Brisibi, at age 55.

Onos Brisibi, Passes awayat age 55.

​A wave of grief has swept through the Nigerian entertainment industry following the announcement of the death of renowned gospel singer and veteran Nollywood soundtrack artiste, Onos Brisibi. The "angelic" singer, whose voice defined some of the most iconic films in Nollywood history, reportedly passed away on March 23, 2026, after a courageous and protracted battle with an undisclosed illness. Her family confirmed the heartbreaking news in a statement released on Thursday, describing her as a woman whose life was a testament to faith, music, and service to others.

​Born in November 1970, Onos Brisibi began her musical journey at the tender age of nine and eventually grew into one of the most sought-after voices in the Nigerian film industry. If you watched Nollywood classics like Domitilla, Mortal Inheritance, Blood Money, or Shame, you were hearing her soul-stirring vocals in the background. Beyond the cinema, she was a powerhouse in the mainstream music scene, notably providing the backup vocals for Lagbaja’s hit track, "Gra Gra." Her passing at 55 has left a significant void in both the gospel and secular music circles where she was highly respected as a worship leader at LoveWorld Ministries.

​Tributes have begun pouring in from colleagues and fans who are struggling to come to terms with the loss. Nollywood star Stella Damasus shared an emotional message, describing the news as incredibly painful and offering prayers for the singer's peaceful rest. Similarly, veteran broadcaster Emma Ugolee expressed his shock, revealing that he had only just learned about her critical condition while planning a tribute to celebrate her legendary body of work. Many fans have taken to social media to reminisce about her unique vocal texture, which many believe gave emotional depth to the early days of Nigerian cinema.

​Onos Brisibi is survived by her daughter, Sarah Brisibi, her mother, and her siblings. As the industry mourns the loss of a true pioneer, many are calling for a proper celebration of her life and her immense contributions to the soundtracks that defined an era of filmmaking in Nigeria. The funeral arrangements are expected to be announced by the family in due course, even as the "angelic voice" that once filled Nigerian homes through the screen goes silent.