A medical professional who was present during the final moments of Adedoyin Oyekan, the wife of renowned gospel singer Dunsin Oyekan, has come forward with a poignant and intimate account of the singer's actions on that tragic night in May 2019.
A Night Never Forgotten: The Final Hours in ICU
Salome Daniel, an anaesthetic technician at the National Hospital Abuja, has shared her memories with Legit.ng, describing the events that unfolded when she was called to attend to Adedoyin Oyekan in the Intensive Care Unit. Daniel confirmed that the singer's wife passed away approximately three hours after being admitted for critical care, though the exact date remains private.
"To think that I saw her take her last breath, a night I would never forget," Daniel recounted, noting it was her first time encountering Dunsin Oyekan in person. She painted a vivid picture of a man grappling with profound distress, yet clinging to his faith.
"You Cannot Pray and Panic": A Moment of Clarity
Daniel described a recurring scene outside the ICU. Each time she emerged, she would find Dunsin deep in prayer. The moment he saw her, he would rush over, look her directly in the eye, and desperately ask, "What is happening?"
In response, Daniel offered a simple yet powerful piece of wisdom: "You cannot pray and panic at the same time." She recalls that the singer would nod in agreement and acknowledge, "That's true," before returning to his prayers. This brief exchange highlighted the internal conflict between his deep faith and very human fear.
A Guitar's Farewell: The Most Emotional Tribute
The most moving detail shared by the hospital worker involves Dunsin Oyekan's final act of love for his wife. As Adedoyin's body was being transported to the hospital mortuary, the gospel singer did something unforgettable.
He accompanied her, beautifully playing his guitar. Daniel explained that he did this because his wife loved to hear him play. The scene was described as both "beautiful and emotional," moving everyone present to tears. "One thing I can say is that he loved that woman," Daniel concluded, paying tribute to Adedoyin as a "precious daughter of God."
Public Reaction and Lasting Legacy
The sharing of this account on social media, particularly through a TikTok post by @lighttv11 and Daniel's own comment as @salomenchock, has stirred deep emotions among Nigerians. Many have praised the testimony as a powerful example of enduring love.
Comments on the post reflect the public's sympathy and admiration. One user, @Oby Onoh, called it a "beautiful testimony of love till death do us part." Another, @Oluwa Shola, pointed to the fact that Dunsin Oyekan has remained unmarried in the six years since his wife's passing as further proof of his enduring love and grief.
The loss occurred in May 2019 due to health-related issues, and the singer has since spoken about his journey through grief over the past six years. This firsthand account from a hospital worker provides a new, deeply personal layer to that public narrative, showcasing a moment of raw humanity, faith, and profound devotion.
