Nollywood actress Peggy Ovire has officially broken her silence regarding the N100 million lawsuit filed against her by fellow actor Taye Arimoro, presenting a counter-narrative that challenges the initial assault claims.
The Legal Battle Intensifies
In a dramatic turn of events within Nigeria's entertainment industry, Peggy Ovire has responded to the N100 million lawsuit initiated by actor Taye Arimoro. The legal confrontation stems from an alleged physical altercation that occurred on a movie set, with both parties presenting conflicting versions of what transpired.
Taye Arimoro had previously accused Peggy and her crew of assault, claiming they deflated his car tires and blocked his exit from the location. He supported his allegations with photographs showing injuries to his mouth, insisting he was attacked merely for attempting to leave the set.
Peggy's Counter-Narrative Emerges
Through her legal representatives, Peggy Ovire has presented a starkly different account of the events. She maintains that Taye's accusations are misleading, selective, and materially false, arguing that he deliberately omitted crucial details from his complaint.
According to Peggy's version, the conflict began when Taye was asked to return to the set but allegedly reacted with violence instead. She claims he first assaulted production manager Luke Obayi before allegedly head-butting her driver, Joshua Madu, who reportedly suffered bleeding from both ear and nose.
Multiple crew members have reportedly submitted eyewitness statements to the police confirming these alleged assaults. Peggy further explained that any effort to restrain Taye was solely to prevent him from fleeing before law enforcement officials could arrive at the scene.
CCTV Footage Complicates the Case
Just as the legal battle appeared to be settling into a he-said-she-said pattern, a leaked CCTV clip surfaced online, adding another layer of complexity to the situation.
The footage shows Peggy removing her wig, handing her phone to someone, and appearing to approach Taye in what many interpreted as a confrontational manner. The video quickly went viral, sparking intense debate among fans and social media users about whether the actress had been entirely transparent about her involvement.
While Peggy continues to insist she never physically assaulted Taye, many online commentators argue that the CCTV footage suggests she was prepared for a physical confrontation.
Social Media Reactions
The controversy has divided Nigerian social media users, with many expressing confusion and frustration about the conflicting accounts:
User @Mercy Omanijo Onubi commented: "I was able to read to the finish line, let me rest small, I will be back to explain"
@Princess John Blessing wrote: "Abeg if you don read am finish help us summarize am in one sentence. I never chop since morning"
@Ozor Nneka Primejoe Onyeani added: "I get eye problem someone should read and explain to me abeg"
The mixed reactions highlight the complexity of the case and the challenge of determining truth from competing narratives.
Background Context
The lawsuit comes at a time when Peggy Ovire has been publicly celebrating her marriage to fellow actor Frederick Leonard. In recent social media posts, she described him as "a perfect husband anybody could ever ask for" and expressed gratitude for his love and care.
As the legal proceedings continue, the Nollywood community and fans alike await further developments in this high-profile case that has captured national attention and raised questions about conflict resolution within the entertainment industry.
