By Daniel Oluwatobiloba Popoola
The family of late Nollywood actress Temitope Osoba has condemned the circulation of what it described as false and unverified reports about the circumstances surrounding her death, insisting that any authentic information would be released solely through official family channels.
The Awonuga/Osoba family made this known in a statement shared on the actress’s official Instagram page on Thursday, 6 August, 2026 saying it was deeply saddened by the spread of speculative narratives online even as it appealed for privacy to grieve.
“At this difficult time, we wish to categorically state that the numerous claims circulating on social media and various blogs regarding the circumstances surrounding her death are false, speculative, and entirely unauthorised,” the statement read.
The family urged the public to refrain from sharing misinformation, warning that such reports only deepen their grief.
“We respectfully urge the public to refrain from sharing or promoting misinformation that only adds to the pain our family is already enduring,” it said.
It also appealed for privacy as it mourns.
“We kindly ask that everyone allow us the dignity, privacy, and time to grieve without the burden of unfounded rumours and sensational narratives,” the family said.
The family further disclosed that any information regarding Osoba’s passing would be communicated only through official channels and authorised representatives, urging the public and the media to disregard all unverified reports.
“Should there be any information the family wishes to make public, it will be communicated through our official channels and by authorised representatives only. We ask the public and members of the media to rely solely on those official statements,” the statement said.
The family concluded by expressing appreciation for the prayers, love and support it had received, while urging the public to honour Temitope Osoba’s memory and respect their privacy during this period of mourning.
