In a post shared by @Gistlover, former Big Brother Naija star Bella Okagbue has officially instructed her legal counsel to file a lawsuit against her former partner Sheggz Ikudayisi. The court filing alleges a breach of promise to marry, alongside financial demands totaling £10,000 and ₦19 million.
Pulse Nigeria reported on the dramatic legal turn, stating that the “Former BBNaija housemate threatens legal action against ex-boyfriend over breach of promise to marry” after their public relationship came to an end. Additionally, TVC News verified the document details, reporting that legal representatives have served papers to recover “compensation for domestic pledges and financial commitments made during their relationship.”
This legal tussle puts a stark spotlight on civil litigations surrounding romantic commitments and financial contracts within celebrity relationships. While breach-of-promise lawsuits are relatively uncommon in mainstream Nigerian pop culture, this high-profile case could establish legal precedents regarding financial exchanges during public courtships. Expect court appearances and public statements from both legal teams in the coming weeks as trial dates approach.
Source: Premium Times — https://www.premiumtimesng.com/entertainment/naija-fashion/906318-bella-okagbue-serves-sheggz-pre-action-notice-over-alleged-broken-marriage-promise-abuse.html, August 29, 2026
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