Nollywood actress Peggy Ovire has taken to social media to call out her estranged husband, actor Freddie Leonard, over delays in their divorce process.
The couple, who dated for years before marrying traditionally in November 2022, appears to have hit a bitter end. Ovire claims Leonard is stalling proceedings despite earlier agreements.
In her recent post, Ovire directly addressed him: “You said you wanted a divorce, yet you didn't show up when you were served. Please don't avoid customary court for the 2nd time.” She referenced an upcoming June 23 date to present evidence.
Ovire further alleged that Leonard is involved with a married woman who has four children. She claims this woman, described as Igbo like Leonard, attended their 2022 wedding.
According to Ovire, Leonard had denied any romantic involvement before marriage, calling the woman just a friend. She now accuses him of continued secret meetings, including at hotels, even after their vows.
This follows an earlier February post where Ovire posed a pointed question to Nigerians. She asked what one would do upon discovering a partner condemning single women for affairs with married men was himself involved with one.
Many interpreted that cryptic message as referring to her own situation. Ovire has now confirmed the connection through her latest statements.
The marriage, once celebrated as a Nollywood fairy tale after a long courtship, has unravelled publicly. Leonard has remained silent on the specific allegations.
Insiders and a woman identified as lawyer Rita Amy have pushed back. They claim Leonard ended the marriage due to Ovire’s alleged disrespect and arrogance, not infidelity. Amy dismissed the affair claims as lies and urged Leonard to sue for clarity on the unnamed woman.
Reactions on X (formerly Twitter) have been swift and divided. Some users expressed shock at the details involving a mother of four, while others referenced Ovire’s past comments normalizing male infidelity in Nigerian marriages.
Controversy also swirls around claims that Leonard may be attempting to limit Ovire’s opportunities in the industry post-separation.
Ovire, who once begged Leonard publicly not to cheat during their wedding, now finds herself navigating a very public fallout. The situation highlights the messy realities behind celebrity unions built on years of public affection.
As the customary court date approaches, fans and industry watchers await further developments. Neither side has issued a joint statement, leaving the public to piece together conflicting narratives in this ongoing Nollywood drama.
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