Actor Taye Arimoro has reacted to the suspension slapped on him by the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN), Directors Guild of Nigeria (DGN), and Association of Movie Producers (AMP) over an alleged on‑set altercation with actress/producer Peggy Ovire.
He is demanding a N1 billion lawsuit if the sanction is not retracted within 24 hours.
In a letter signed by his lawyer, Inibehe Effiong on Instagram on Tuesday, Taye said the guilds misidentified him as “Taiye Ayimoro” instead of “Taye Arimoro” and argued that he is not a member of any of the three bodies, making their suspension legally void.
“The sanctions are procedurally improper, legally indefensible, and constitutionally void,” the letter read. He demanded an immediate retraction, a written apology, and public dissemination of the apology, warning that failure to comply would prompt legal action seeking damages amounting to one billion naira.
The suspension followed a reported incident on November 11, during filming of Pieces of Love. Taye claimed that after his call‑time expired, Peggy allegedly blocked his vehicle, insisting he stay for additional scenes, and that he was detained and assaulted by her and her team. He described the treatment as “unlawful, inhuman and degrading,” citing emotional trauma, psychological distress, injuries to his lips, and a damaged front tooth.
Peggy, however, denied his claims, with her legal team stating that Taye was the aggressor, punching the production manager and her driver. They described his account as “misleading, selective, and materially false.”
Following “investigations,” the guilds concluded Taye was the main instigator and suspended him indefinitely, demanding a public apology and corrective video. Peggy was also directed to apologize for escalating the matter outside the set.
