The ongoing feud between two prominent Nollywood actresses has taken a dramatic turn as Lizzy Anjorin publicly accused her colleague, Iyabo Ojo, of orchestrating what she describes as a calculated campaign of harassment and defamation.
In a lengthy Instagram post marking her fifth wedding anniversary, Anjorin leveled a series of serious allegations against Ojo, claiming the actress hired individuals to secretly record her husband, fabricated official documents for fraudulent purposes, and systematically spread damaging information through entertainment blogs.
The accusations, which Anjorin presented as part of what was ostensibly a celebratory anniversary message, paint a picture of alleged manipulation and deliberate sabotage. “Marriage is about kindness and loyalty. It’s not about destruction but about building together,” Anjorin wrote, directing her comments toward Ojo while celebrating her marital milestone.
Among the most serious claims made by Anjorin was an allegation that Ojo forged a death certificate to solicit donations from the public, suggesting a pattern of deceptive practices designed to manipulate public sympathy for financial gain. Anjorin also claimed that these actions have caused distress to her children, adding a personal dimension to what has become a very public dispute.
The actress further alleged that Ojo had previously contacted her with fabricated stories about receiving expensive jewelry from politicians, specifically claiming that Senator Dino Melaye had given her a diamond wedding ring. “I never knew it was a lie. Why did you cook up stories about getting a diamond ring?” Anjorin questioned in her post.
This latest development represents a significant escalation in a dispute that has already seen legal proceedings. Earlier in their publicized conflict, Ojo initiated legal action against Anjorin, seeking N1 billion in damages for what she claimed were defamatory statements. However, the court ultimately dismissed the suit, awarding only N500,000 in costs—a fraction of the damages originally sought.
The dismissal of Ojo’s lawsuit appears to have emboldened Anjorin to make these new public accusations, though the legal implications of her latest statements remain unclear. The allegations touch on potentially criminal activities, including fraud and forgery, which could have serious consequences if substantiated.
The entertainment industry has been closely watching this dispute, which highlights the sometimes bitter personal rivalries that can develop between high-profile figures in Nigeria’s film industry. Both actresses have significant followings and influence within Nollywood, making their public feud a matter of considerable interest to fans and industry observers.
As of now, Ojo has not publicly responded to these latest accusations. The serious nature of the claims—particularly those involving alleged document forgery and fraudulent solicitation of funds—may require legal rather than social media responses.
The timing of Anjorin’s accusations, delivered as part of what should have been a joyous anniversary celebration, underscores the intensity of the animosity between the two actresses and suggests this dispute is far from resolution.
WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW
Nollywood actress Lizzy Anjorin has publicly accused fellow actress Iyabo Ojo of serious misconduct, including hiring people to secretly record her husband, forging death certificates for fraudulent donations, and spreading lies to damage her reputation.
These explosive allegations came in an Instagram post celebrating Anjorin’s 5th wedding anniversary, escalating a feud that previously saw Ojo’s N1 billion defamation lawsuit dismissed by the court.
The accusations involve potentially criminal activities and represent a significant escalation in one of Nollywood’s most bitter public disputes, with serious legal implications that may extend far beyond social media drama.
