In a post shared by PM News Nigeria, the Nigerian film industry is in mourning following the passing of veteran gospel singer and Nollywood soundtrack legend Onos Brisibi. Known for her hauntingly beautiful vocals in 90s classics like Domitilla and Blood Money, Brisibi passed away at age 55 after a prolonged illness.
The news was confirmed through an emotional tribute by veteran actor Richard Mofe-Damijo (RMD), who described her as a “gifted songstress whose music touched countless lives.” Her voice was the sonic backdrop for the golden era of Nollywood, often providing the emotional depth that defined the industry’s most iconic horror and drama films.
Tributes have since poured in from colleagues and fans who grew up listening to her “minister” through film scores. Born in Delta State, Brisibi’s legacy is inextricably linked to the rise of Nigerian cinema, and her death marks the end of an era for the industry’s traditional sound.
According to RMD’s Instagram post, “The tears are many, but the memories are even more… rest in perfect peace, Onos.” Legit.ng added that “fans are sharing clips of her most famous movie themes, remembering her as the voice that defined Nollywood’s spiritual and emotional core.”
Echotitbits take:
The loss of Onos Brisibi is a significant blow to the cultural heritage of Nollywood. Before the era of high-budget licensed tracks, artists like Onos created the very identity of Nigerian cinema. This moment will likely spark a renewed interest in archiving and digitizing classic Nollywood soundtracks, many of which remain trapped on old VHS masters. Watch for a possible tribute segment at the upcoming AMVCAs in May.
Source: PM News Nigeria — https://pmnewsnigeria.com/2026/03/27/nollywood-soundtrack-star-onos-brisibi-is-dead/ March 27, 2026
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