Halima Abubakar Strikes Back: Files N3 Billion Lawsuit Against AGN Chairman Emeka Rollas Over Suspension

LAGOS, NIGERIA – In a dramatic turn of events, Nigerian actress Halima Abubakar has filed a N3 billion lawsuit against the President of the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN), Dr. Ejezie Emeka Rollas.

This legal move follows her controversial suspension from the guild for allegedly spreading false information.

Halima’s suspension, announced by the AGN on October 17, 2024, came after a two-year investigation which accused her of orchestrating a campaign of slander.

The guild claimed that the actress had spread unfounded rumors about extramarital affairs involving high-profile actors and figures in the entertainment industry, a violation of their code of conduct.

These allegations created a media storm, putting Halima at the center of controversy.

In response, Halima Abubakar took legal action, vehemently denying the allegations. Her legal team, P.D. Pius & Associates, filed a lawsuit against Rollas on October 20, 2024. They condemned his public statements as “false publications” that had significantly damaged her reputation.

According to Halima’s legal representatives, the timing of her suspension, while she is dealing with personal health struggles, was particularly malicious.

The lawsuit claims that Rollas’ actions were a calculated effort to tarnish Halima’s character and “stir up social opprobrium” against her, exploiting her vulnerable situation for personal gain.

Halima’s legal team has made a series of demands, including the immediate removal of the Instagram post that announced her suspension, a public apology from Rollas, and compensation of three billion naira (approximately $7.5 million) for reputational damage. The letter further warned that failure to comply within seven days would result in further legal action.

Halima’s lawsuit, coupled with the wide public interest surrounding her suspension, marks a critical moment for the Actors Guild of Nigeria. This legal battle is set to raise questions about the guild’s handling of internal disputes and the protection of its members’ rights.

As the clock ticks on the seven-day deadline, the outcome of this case could reshape the AGN’s policies and public perception, while Halima Abubakar continues to defend her name amidst the storm.