The family of late Nollywood actress Temitope Osoba has formally called on the police to investigate the circumstances surrounding her death, following her fiancé's revelation that she died at a police station. The actress passed away on August 4, 2026, and her family alleges she suffered mistreatment in the home of her fiancé, a pastor, before her death.
Family's Allegations and Public Outcry
The demand for answers gained momentum after a video of Osoba crying and alleging maltreatment by her fiancé's family circulated widely online. In the video, she complained to her mother about the treatment she faced, saying her husband's siblings disliked her and accused her of causing their fights with her husband.
Relatives and friends have joined the chorus for a thorough investigation, emphasizing the need for transparency. The family's allegations include claims that the pastor, with whom Osoba lived for approximately two years, took her money and her car, and impregnated her despite explicit medical warnings against pregnancy due to her breast cancer diagnosis.
Fiancé's Counter-Narrative
In response, the fiancé granted an interview in which he denied any wrongdoing and provided his own account of events. He confirmed that Osoba did not die in a hospital but at a police station, revealing that she had informed him she was going to see someone before he received a call urging him to run. He refused, stating he had done nothing wrong.
Regarding the pregnancy, the pastor acknowledged impregnating her but said her doctors had advised against pregnancy for five years following her cancer treatment. He claimed circumstances changed because she did not undergo chemotherapy, and that she later suffered a miscarriage.
Addressing Misuse of Donated Funds
On allegations that he used donated funds meant for Osoba's treatment to build his church, the pastor said the church had been completed long before she came into his life. He stated that the only contributions she made were purchasing a gold chain for him and one for herself, which they later sold and spent together.
Drug Allegations and Final Hours
In response to the crying video, the pastor alleged that Osoba was a drug addict, saying he discovered her dependency six months into their relationship despite his efforts to help her stop. He claimed the videos were recorded while she was under the influence of a substance locally referred to as "colos."
He also said she initially came to him for prayers, stayed for three days, and later expressed romantic interest in him. He maintained that his family had no serious issues with her beyond one misunderstanding.
Background and Unanswered Questions
Osoba was diagnosed with breast cancer in late 2024 and underwent surgery in November of that year after a public fundraising effort. She announced her recovery in August 2025, and turned 40 in December 2025, describing it as a miracle, before her death less than a year later.
The circumstances of her final hours, including why she was at a police station and what happened there, remain unclear. As of this writing, no official statement has been issued by the police.
