Bella’s lawyers reject Sheggz’s defamation suit, make fresh allegations

Lawyers representing former BBNaija housemate, Bella Okagbue have dismissed the defamation allegations brought against her by her ex-boyfriend, Segun “Sheggz” Olusemo, escalating the public dispute between the former reality TV couple.

In a letter dated August 24, 2026, Bella’s legal team described the allegations contained in a cease-and-desist notice issued on Sheggz’s behalf as “spurious and baseless.”

According to the lawyers, Bella’s social media comments were expressions of her genuine feelings and experiences and did not constitute defamatory statements capable of damaging Sheggz’s reputation.

The legal team further alleged that Sheggz breached a promise to marry Bella and misrepresented his intentions during their relationship, actions they claimed amounted to deceit.

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Bella’s lawyers also accused Sheggz of obtaining multiple loans from their client under false pretences, stating that they possessed evidence to support the allegation and would pursue the matter in a court of competent jurisdiction.

They rejected demands for a retraction, apology and cease-and-desist order, insisting that Bella had not made any false or defamatory statements against her former partner.

The lawyers additionally accused a member of Sheggz’s legal team of repeatedly contacting Bella through unsolicited messages, phone calls and video calls at odd hours, warning the lawyer to refrain from such conduct.

The latest development comes amid the ongoing public fallout between the former BBNaija stars.