Bella Okagbue's legal team has formally rejected the defamation allegations made by her former boyfriend, Segun “Sheggz” Olusemo, describing the claims as “spurious and baseless.” In a letter dated August 24, 2026, the lawyers also made fresh allegations, accusing Sheggz of breaking a promise to marry Bella and obtaining loans from her under false pretences.
Legal Team Dismisses Defamation Claims
Bella's lawyers responded to a cease-and-desist notice previously issued by Sheggz's legal representatives. The team argued that their client's social media comments reflected her genuine feelings and personal experiences during the relationship, and did not amount to defamatory statements capable of damaging Sheggz's reputation.
The legal team firmly rejected Sheggz's demands for a retraction, an apology, and a cease-and-desist order. According to the lawyers, the allegations contained in Sheggz's notice are without merit and will not be acted upon.
Fresh Allegations: Broken Promise and Loans
In a significant escalation, Bella's lawyers alleged that Sheggz breached a promise to marry their client and misrepresented his intentions throughout their relationship. They further accused the former BBNaija star of obtaining multiple loans from Bella under false pretences.
The legal team stated they possess evidence supporting these allegations and are prepared to pursue the matter before a court of competent jurisdiction. This marks a new phase in the public fallout between the former reality TV couple.
Warning Over Late-Night Calls
Bella's lawyers also issued a warning to a member of Sheggz's legal team, accusing them of repeatedly contacting Bella through unsolicited messages, phone calls, and video calls at odd hours. The lawyer was instructed to desist from such conduct immediately.
The warning adds a further layer of tension to the legal dispute, which has already drawn significant public attention on social media.
Public Reactions and Background
Social media users have reacted to the development, with some questioning the lack of financial details in the letter. One user, @Olaa_Alimi, commented: “No money was captured in the letter na. Where is the money. The letter never complete. She never sue him for money o.” Another user, @decosta233, advised: “In all this I am happy that Bella did not make any statement of Sheggz physically abusing her. Sheggz pls pay her the loan you took from her and both of you should take this off social media. It’s not worth it.”
Legit.ng earlier reported that leaked WhatsApp chats showed Bella confronting Sheggz over four years without a marriage proposal, demanding he let her go. Bella's mother, furious at the situation, threatened to show Sheggz her wrath and cursed him with no peace or fulfilment. Sheggz later broke his silence on the breakup, revealing he had purchased a ring, but the relationship ended in January 2026.
