In a video statement released on his X handle, Chukwu also extended an apology to the people of Edo State and Governor Okpebholo, clarifying that his initial comments were made entirely in his personal capacity and did not reflect the views or directives of the state government.

He explained that he reacted out of personal offense after hearing statements allegedly directed at the governor and his children. The Edo State Government had previously distanced itself from the aide’s initial remarks as the controversy circulated online.

Following her death, close friends and associates publicly accused Itunu and members of his family of contributing to her demise. Critics alleged on social media that the actress was isolated, manipulated into moving in without formal marriage, and pressured by the prophet. Further accusations claimed that her car and finances were mishandled, and that she was discouraged from pursuing her acting career or associating with colleagues. Friends subsequently shared chat logs and voice notes to support these claims, leading her family to postpone her burial to allow for a formal police investigation and autopsy.

Speaking during an interview with the Celestial Reality Check—an investigative unit of the Celestial Church of Christ—Itunu strongly denied all allegations. He maintained that the actress approached him for marriage following church visits, and alleged that she struggled with an undisclosed drug addiction which he later found himself unable to finance for rehabilitation.

The reported arrest was publicly announced by online personality and associate Akeem, popularly known as “Oko Awon Single Mother,” via an Instagram video. According to Akeem, the prophet was detained alongside an unidentified hairdresser, while another individual linked to the allegations remains at large. He expressed optimism that ongoing police investigations and an upcoming autopsy will bring clarity and justice for the late actress.