Nigerian actor Taye Arimoro has alleged that he was physically assaulted by his colleague, actress Peggy Ovie, and her crew members on the set of her movie. The incident reportedly occurred on Tuesday night when Arimoro tried to leave after exceeding the agreed‑upon filming time. He shared a video of the assault on social media, showing visible injuries to his mouth and lips. Arimoro also claims his car tires were deflated to prevent him from leaving and accuses Ovie of instructing her driver to block his vehicle.
In the video, Arimoro can be heard stating that he was attacked after expressing his desire to go home. He shows his injuries and says, “I say I want to go home, they don’t want me to go home. Guys look at my mouth, because I said I want to go home. This woman and her people are doing the most.” The incident has sparked concern about safety and professionalism on film sets in Nollywood, raising questions about the treatment of actors and crew members and the need to respect agreed‑upon filming schedules.
Arimoro’s allegations underscore the importance of maintaining a safe and respectful work environment, especially in an industry where tensions can run high. The episode is likely to prompt further discussion about greater accountability and protection for actors and crew on set. While the Nigerian film industry has experienced significant growth and gained international recognition, incidents like this highlight the need for increased attention to the welfare and safety of those working within it. As the investigation continues, it remains to be seen what actions will be taken to address Arimoro’s concerns and prevent similar occurrences in the future.
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