Nollywood actress Peggy Ovire has seemingly confirmed the end of her marriage to fellow actor Frederick Leonard, putting an end to weeks of speculation about their relationship. Ovire took to her Instagram story to share her joy, expressing gratitude for what she described as newfound freedom. She wrote: “Thank you, Jesus. It is done.”
Colleague’s Congratulatory Message Adds to the Buzz
The actress also reposted a celebratory message from her colleague, Angela Eguavoen, who hailed her liberation. Angela’s post read: “My queen is free!! Hallelujah.” The cryptic posts, which quickly drew attention online, appear to signal closure for Ovire as she embraces a new chapter in her life.
Background of the Divorce Rumours
Legit.ng earlier reported that Peggy Ovire reacted to a viral video of her ex-husband, Frederick Leonard, and a mystery woman as they stepped out for an event. A video circulating online showed Leonard holding hands with the woman while attending Funnybone’s comedy event. In a post shared on her Instagram story, she alleged that the woman is married with four children. She further described her ex-husband as a traditional Igbo man known for pursuing another man’s wife with children.
Ovire’s Allegations and Court Proceedings
Ovire added that when she spoke out, her ex-husband reportedly ran to blogs to deny the claims until he saw what she wrote in her petition. According to her, he later failed to appear in court and instead sent his lawyers. She described men with such behaviour as 'shameless' and warned that her ex-husband must not repeat such actions. The actress further claimed that it was Frederick Leonard who initiated the divorce but failed to show up in court. She insisted that he must be present at the next hearing scheduled for June 23. The movie star added that she would be coming with 'receipts' and expressed hope that the two alleged lovers could be together after the divorce proceedings are concluded.
Public Reactions to the Cryptic Post
Peggy Ovire's post ignited reactions online. Legit.ng compiled some of the responses: chioma_twins said: “Nkiru Umeh I know you’ll come here to read comments. Are you happy now?” ib_dappa said: “No surprise say my gender don full baba dm????.” nwamaka.ndego said: “Congratulations to her and him. Because he's free as well.” wendy_juliet_ezenwa said: “Life no balance ? some dey happy say dem marry , another person dey happy say she divorce ? ?? life !!!!!”
Tosin Silverdam’s Update on Peggy Ovire
Legit.ng also reported that Tosin Silverdam had made a post about Peggy Ovire's marriage amid her faceoff with her colleague. The actress was rumoured to be facing challenges in her marriage a few months ago after her picture surfaced on social media.
