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The Digest:

Actor Taye Arimoro has formally contested his suspension by three major Nollywood guilds following an on-set altercation, with his lawyer declaring the action legally void and threatening a massive lawsuit.

Key Points:
  • Actor Taye Arimoro was suspended by the Directors Guild of Nigeria (DGN), Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN), and Association of Movie Producers (AMP) after a clash with actress Peggy Ovire.
  • His lawyer, Inibehe Effiong, issued a legal letter demanding a retraction and apology, threatening a ₦1 billion lawsuit if unmet.
  • The letter argues that the guilds have no jurisdiction, as Arimoro is not a member of any of the three associations that suspended him.
  • It states the suspension is "procedurally improper" and a violation of his constitutional right to a fair hearing and freedom of association.
  • A key procedural flaw cited is the guilds' misidentification of the actor as "Taiye Ayimoro" in their communication.
  • The legal team asserts that no association can legally discipline individuals who are not its members or bound by its constitution.
  • The guilds have been given 24 hours to comply with the demands before legal proceedings commence.


Sources: The Nation, IG