Nollywood actor Taye Arimoro has dragged his colleague, Peggy Ovire, to court following an alleged assault on a movie set.
Kemi Filani reported last week that in a viral video shared by Arimoro, he accused Peggy and her crew of assualting him on a movie set. Narrating the incident, he claimed that Peggy instructed her driver to block his car to prevent him from leaving, and his car’s tyres were deflated. The actor showed visible injuries to his gums and lips.
Reacting to his claims, Peggy accused Taye of physically assaulting two crew members during a film shoot. Sharing her side fo the story, she said that when she came out to intervene, the situation had already escalated. She claimed that Taye drove off while she was still beside the car, and that her driver was later found bleeding from the ear after allegedly being hit multiple times by the actress.
A CCTV footage from the incident later surfaced online, which showed Peggy lied about the incident. The actress was seen yanking her wig off, giving someone a phone and was ready to engage in a fight with Taye.
On his Instagram page, the actor shared screenshots of the legal complaints he had filed against the popular actress, demanding a public apology and N100 million compensation.
In a letter dated November 18, 2025, from Inibehe Effiong Chambers, Arimoro claimed his rights were violated while on the movie set. Arimoro claimed his vehicle was obstructed by the production manager, while another car allegedly blocked the exit. He said he started an Instagram live for safety after receiving threats. Peggy attempted to delete evidence from his phone.
Alongside photos, the fast-rising actor said he was assaulted, listing injuries such as a fractured mandible, bite marks, and bruises.
His lawyers said that his rights to personal liberty, movement, and dignity were breached, alongside emotional trauma, psychological stress, and loss of earnings. The actor is demanding a public video apology posted on all Peggy Ovire’s platforms and N100 million in damages.
His lawyers issued a 7-day ultimatum to Peggy to respond or risk their wrath.
“@peggyovire,
PRE-ACTION NOTICE
In light of the incident referenced in this correspondence, you have been served.
Kindly forward all responses to my solicitors as indicated”.