Gospel singer and evangelist Tope Alabi has threatened legal action against individuals who publish or circulate false and defamatory statements about her, warning that people who repost or share such material could also face legal consequences.

The warning was contained in a public notice issued on Friday, October 23, 2026, by her solicitors, Oakmount Legal Practitioners, and shared by the singer on Instagram.

The law firm said it had been instructed to pursue legal remedies against individuals whose actions could give rise to actionable claims over publications concerning the gospel musician.

Describing Alabi as a gospel minister, recording artist, songwriter, actress and public figure with national and international recognition, the solicitors said she had spent almost 30 years building her professional reputation.

The notice stated that her “reputation is a valuable personal and professional asset, and it is protected by law”.

According to the legal firm, it had come to its client’s attention that false, misleading and potentially damaging statements about her had been published and circulated through print, broadcast, online platforms and word of mouth.

The solicitors warned that individuals who publish such statements without lawful justification could be held personally liable.

The notice covered various forms of publication, including written statements, images, videos, audio recordings, social media posts, interviews, podcasts, livestreams and voice notes.

It also cautioned that legal responsibility could extend beyond the original author of a statement to people who repeat, republish, repost, share, forward or otherwise amplify the material, depending on the circumstances and any applicable legal defences.

The firm further warned that using anonymous, pseudonymous or unverified social media accounts would not automatically protect individuals from liability.

It said Alabi reserved the right to seek court orders, where legally permissible, to identify people responsible for allegedly defamatory publications, including through relevant online platforms, hosting providers and service providers.

People who had already published the material were directed to remove it and refrain from further circulation. However, the solicitors cautioned that deleting a post would not necessarily eliminate liability for its earlier publication.

The notice said the firm had instructions to commence legal proceedings against individuals whose conduct gave rise to actionable claims, potentially without further notice.

Among the remedies listed were general damages and, where legally justified, aggravated or exemplary damages. The singer could also seek injunctions to prevent further publication, a retraction, a public apology and legal costs where awarded by the court.

The solicitors added that Alabi reserved the right to pursue other remedies available under Nigerian law and refer appropriate matters to relevant authorities.

However, the notice clarified that it was not intended to suppress lawful expression or prevent legitimate public discussion.

“Nothing in this Notice is intended to restrict truthful statements, fair comment on matters of public interest, or the lawful exercise of the right to freedom of expression guaranteed by law,” the statement said.

The warning comes amid online controversy surrounding Alabi’s reported comments on traditional religious practices and renewed public discussion of her past association with the late cleric Elijah Ajanaku.

The legal notice did not identify the specific statements or publications that prompted the action, and it did not announce that any lawsuit had already been filed.

The development therefore represents a warning of possible legal proceedings rather than confirmation of an ongoing court case against any particular individual.