The Celestial Church of Christ (CCC) has said it is investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of Nollywood Yoruba actress Temitope Osoba, amid allegations linking her fiancé, Prophet Itunu Onadeko, to the controversial circumstances surrounding her death.
Osoba, who was 40, died on Wednesday, August 5, 2026.
Her death has generated reactions across the country, particularly following reports and allegations concerning the circumstances surrounding her passing.
In a statement signed by the Head of Media and Publicity of the Celestial Church of Christ Worldwide, AVSE Kayode Ajala, the church expressed sadness over Osoba’s death and concern over the controversy involving Onadeko, a shepherd of the church.
The church said the allegations had also affected its reputation, stressing that it does not condone practices such as idolatry, black magic, cultism or the use of charms.
The statement described the allegations surrounding Onadeko’s alleged involvement as “quite embarrassing to the Celestial Church of Christ.”
It added that the church was “not folding our arms and watching from the kerb” while its name was allegedly being dragged into the controversy.
According to the church, it has commenced a discreet investigation into the circumstances surrounding Osoba’s death and is committed to establishing the truth.
“As a church, we are already discreetly investigating the circumstances that led to the death of Temitope Osoba, and we wish to assure the general public that the Celestial Church of Christ would leave no stone unturned to unearth the truth, and to ensure that anyone found culpable in the death of Temitope Osoba is brought to justice.”
The church also called on the police and other relevant law enforcement agencies to conduct a thorough investigation into the actress’ death.
“The Celestial Church of Christ is ready to work hand-in-hand with the relevant law enforcement agencies to ensure that all culprits are brought to book,” the statement said.
The church further stated that its Pastor and Spiritual Head Worldwide, Reverend Emmanuel Mobiyina Oshoffa, had directed its internal machinery to work towards ensuring that the truth emerges and justice is served.
The CCC said that if the allegations against Onadeko are established at the end of the investigations, he would face both internal disciplinary measures and the full force of the law.
“If the allegations against Prophet Itunu Onadeko of the Celestial Church of Christ are found to be true at the end of ongoing investigations, he would not only be made to face the internal sanctions of the church, but he would also be made to face the full length of the law.”
‘Truth must prevail’ – Celestial Church to probe Tope Osoba’s death
The church concluded by expressing condolences to Osoba’s family and praying for the peaceful repose of the actress’ soul.
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