Legal drama deepens as court approves alternative means to serve Nollywood actress court papers
Fresh legal trouble has emerged for popular Nollywood actress Tonto Dikeh after a court reportedly ordered substituted service in a N200 million lawsuit connected to the alleged “exorcism” of an Abuja schoolgirl.
The controversial case, which has already sparked widespread debate online, revolves around claims that the actress was linked to actions allegedly carried out during a spiritual intervention involving a young girl in Abuja.
According to reports, the court granted permission for legal documents to be served through alternative channels after difficulties were encountered in personally delivering the suit papers to the actress.
The lawsuit is reportedly seeking N200 million in damages over claims bordering on emotional trauma, reputational damage, and alleged unlawful conduct connected to the incident.
The matter has generated intense reactions on social media, with supporters and critics of the actress sharply divided over the allegations and legal proceedings surrounding the case.
Legal observers say the court’s approval of substituted service marks a significant development that could accelerate hearing of the controversial suit in the coming weeks.