Tope Alabi threatens legal action over Toluwanisings’ death claims

Gospel artist Tope Alabi has threatened legal action against a Canada-based pastor, identified as Tayo Kumuyi, also known as Pastor Tayo Ministries, over claims that she is involved in the deaths of gospel ministers. Alabi's attorneys filed a cease-and-desist letter on October 24, 2026, demanding the removal of online publications, a retraction, and an apology within 24 hours.

The letter accused the pastor of making malicious and defamatory statements, including claims that Alabi was involved in ritual killings and the deaths of several gospel ministers. Alabi's lawyers argued that the statements were false and lacked any evidence, and that the pastor had taken a bereaved family's grief and turned it into a weapon against an innocent woman.

The attorneys also noted that the allegations had attracted significant attention online, with many readers believing the claims. The letter demanded the removal of the posts, a retraction and apology, and an identification of any factual basis for the remaining allegations. The solicitors warned of potential legal action, including court proceedings for declaratory and injunctive relief, damages, and costs, as well as complaints to Meta Platforms and referrals to law enforcement if the demands were not met within 24 hours.