CCTV Footage Emerges in Nollywood Stars' Conflict
The ongoing dispute between Nollywood actors Peggy Ovire and Tayo Arimoro has taken a dramatic turn with the emergence of CCTV footage showing their physical altercation on a movie set. The video, which went viral on social media on November 13, 2025, has sparked widespread reactions from fans and industry observers.
What the CCTV Footage Reveals
The surveillance footage provides visual evidence of the confrontation that previously played out through accusations and counter-accusations between the two actors. According to eyewitness accounts and the video evidence, the situation escalated when Peggy Ovire allegedly instructed her driver to block Tayo Arimoro's vehicle, preventing him from leaving the movie location.
In the footage, viewers can observe Peggy Ovire repeatedly pushing Tayo Arimoro during the heated exchange. The video also shows multiple people gathered around the scene, with tensions running high throughout the confrontation.
This visual evidence comes after Tayo Arimoro had previously shared photos of his injuries, including visible damage to his gums and lips, which he claimed resulted from the altercation with Peggy Ovire and her crew.
Background of the Conflict
The conflict began when Tayo Arimoro publicly accused his female colleague and her team of assaulting him during film production. He detailed how Peggy's driver blocked his car and how his vehicle's tires were deliberately deflated.
In her defense, Peggy Ovire countered these allegations by claiming that Tayo Arimoro had physically assaulted two crew members first. She stated that she only intervened after the situation had already escalated. The actress also shared evidence of her driver's injuries, including bleeding from the ear and bite marks on his arm, which she attributed to Tayo's actions.
Netizens React to the Footage
The release of the CCTV footage has triggered massive reactions across social media platforms, with many users criticizing Peggy Ovire's professional conduct:
- @faithbarrys.cakesnmore commented: "So at this point, did they think stopping him will make him get in character and act on the set again??? This is very unprofessional and traumatic to look at."
- @just_eat_farms observed: "I don't care if he threw the first punch, blocking his car was enough trigger, see how many people wey gather one person."
- @hairlexandra noted: "She actually put her hands on him. She was very lucky the guy is a quiet guy. That was nasty."
- @chrisice25 warned: "She's very unprofessional. She could get sued for these reasons plus he could press charges."
Several commenters praised Tayo Arimoro for his restraint during the incident, with @augustinaevbote describing him as "so calm and also a sweet soul" based on previous working experience.
Professional Implications and Fallout
The incident has raised serious questions about professionalism in Nollywood productions. Many social media users have expressed concern about the potential legal consequences both actors might face, with some suggesting that Tayo Arimoro could press charges based on the evidence.
This controversy emerges amid other personal scrutiny for Peggy Ovire, whose recent birthday celebration drew attention when fans noticed her husband, actor Frederick Leonard, didn't publicly acknowledge the occasion.
The entertainment industry is now watching closely to see how production companies and industry organizations will respond to this very public display of conflict between two prominent Nollywood figures.
