While making a legal countermove, actress Iyabo Ojo, through her legal representatives, The Maverick Forte Legal, has responded to the demands made by Naira Marley’s solicitors in a letter dated December 12, 2023.
The response, dated December 18, 2023, challenges the accusations and demands made by Naira Marley.
By Shalom Kasim
The letter begins by addressing the initial communication from Naira Marley’s solicitors, criticizing its perceived inconsequential nature and lack of proper delivery. It highlights the alleged unprofessionalism in releasing the letter to the public and social media without adhering to expected best practices.
Ojo’s legal team expresses dissatisfaction with the tone and content of Naira Marley’s solicitors’ letter, viewing it as an attempt to disparage her well-earned reputation. They assert that the failure to provide a copy of the letter before releasing it further supports this claim.
The response contends that the alleged libel, false accusations, and malicious publications made by Iyabo Ojo were based on eyewitness experiences, citing @drsplashgram among several others ready to testify in court. It refutes Naira Marley’s claims and asserts the necessity of a response for the sake of public clarity.
Regarding the demand for a public apology, Iyabo Ojo’s legal team firmly states that an unreserved apology letter is expected from Naira Marley’s legal representative, the signatory of the letter dated December 12, 2023. They stress that this apology is necessary for the release of the letter to the public and social media without proper delivery.
The response concludes by indicating that Iyabo Ojo reserves the right to take legal action, if Naira Marley’s legal team fails to respond appropriately. The letter emphasizes the importance of an expedient response to bring clarity, curb misinformation, and maintain professional conduct in this ongoing legal dispute.
The entertainment industry and the public are keenly watching the developments between Iyabo Ojo and Naira Marley, awaiting the next moves in this high-profile clash.
