Sunday, November 8, 2026 - Nollywood actress, Toyin Abraham, has threatened legal action against individuals and media platforms allegedly spreading false and malicious stories about her.
The actress, through her legal representatives, issued a
cease-and-desist notice dated November 5, warning bloggers, social media users,
content creators and influencers against publishing or circulating unverified
claims about her.
The notice, signed by her lawyer, Tope Salami, described the
publications as “untrue, misleading, unsubstantiated, and capable of damaging
her professional personality, image, personal integrity, and general goodwill.”
Abraham shared the legal notice on her X account on
Thursday, calling on members of the public to read it carefully.
Her lawyers urged those involved to immediately stop
publishing, reposting, endorsing or circulating alleged defamatory statements
about the actress across social media platforms and other communication
channels.
They also demanded the removal of existing posts, videos,
comments and other materials containing statements considered false or
defamatory.
The legal representatives further cautioned against creating
or promoting fabricated allegations, malicious insinuations and content
intended to ridicule, harass or damage the actress's reputation and business
interests.
The notice warned that individuals who continued to
circulate or amplify such claims after receiving the warning could face legal
proceedings.
It stated that relevant publications, social media posts,
comments, videos and other digital materials could be preserved as evidence for
possible legal action.
The lawyer added that freedom of expression did not give
anyone the right to spread falsehoods or unlawfully damage another person's
reputation.
The legal action comes amid renewed online discussions
surrounding Abraham and fellow Nollywood actress Funke Akindele.
In October 2026, an alleged private audio conversation
involving Abraham and a TikTok user identified as Bisgold circulated online,
sparking reactions over comments reportedly made about Akindele.
However, the authenticity and full context of the recording
were not independently established.
Abraham's lawyers urged members of the public to exercise
restraint, verify information before publication and ensure that future
commentary about the actress is factual and supported by verifiable evidence.

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