Toun Soetan, a veteran gospel singer and evangelist, has died, drawing tributes from colleagues, fans, and members of the Christian community.
Among those who paid tribute was comic actor Ayo Ajewole, popularly known as Woli Agba. In an Instagram post on Thursday, he reflected on the singer’s life and faith, noting that her lifestyle consistently glorified Jesus.
“The message remained the same. The lifestyle remained that which glorifies Jesus. Your transition into Glory to meet The Lord Jesus happened today,” he wrote.
“Our dear Legendary Mummy Toun Soetan hmmmmm Mummy, Sing with the Angels. Mummy, wow, goodnight. May God be with our beloved daddy and the family.”
Songwriter Yemi TPX also honoured the late singer, expressing appreciation for the impact her music had on many people while they were growing up.
“Rest on Mama Toun Soetan. You have already lived a life of purpose and Impact on my many. Thank you for all the Childhood gospel songs you bless us with,” Yemi wrote.
“KEEP RESTING Mama Toun Soetan. @Minister @officialzionyetundeare. Thank you for doing this for mama and others if not many millions wouldn’t have known the artist behind many uplifting praise songs we used to sing as children those years till now.”
Born in Lagos, Soetan spent much of her childhood in Ibadan, Oyo State. She later converted to Christianity after attending a church service at Oritamefa Baptist Church.
Before dedicating herself fully to ministry, she worked as a teacher for 16 years. She later founded Trinity World Evangelical Ministries as well as the Trinity School of Worship, where she mentored and trained aspiring gospel musicians and ministers.
Over a career that spanned more than four decades, Soetan became widely recognised as one of Nigeria’s pioneering gospel singers. She was known for spiritually uplifting songs including Train Up Your Child, Help, and Darling Jesus.
She is survived by her husband, Titus Soetan, and other members of her family.
