Actress Judy Austin sues Rita Edochie, demands N15bn, N50m for alleged defamation
Nollywood actress Judy Austin has dragged her colleague, Rita Edochie before a High Court in Abuja over alleged defamatory statements. In the writ of summons, Austin requested the court to order Edochie to pay ₦1 billion in general damages and ₦50 million to cover the costs of the legal proceedings. The lawsuit demands that Edochie […] The post Actress Judy Austin sues Rita Edochie, demands…
Actress Judy Austin has filed a lawsuit against her fellow Nollywood star Rita Edochie for alleged defamation. According to the court documents, Austin is seeking a total of N15 million, with N1 billion for general damages and N50 million to cover legal fees. The lawsuit demands that Edochie issue a full retraction and apology on her social media platforms and in two national newspapers.
Austin also seeks an injunction to have all defamatory posts removed from the internet and an order preventing Edochie from making similar statements in the future. Edochie has been given 30 days to respond to the lawsuit, either personally or through her legal representative.
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