Judy Austin’s former husband, Mr. Obasi, has alleged that the actress has filed a ₦1 billion defamation lawsuit against him, as the long-running dispute between the former couple takes another turn.
Speaking about the reported legal action, Obasi said he has no intention of remaining silent, despite the lawsuit. He questioned why statements he considers truthful should be treated as defamation.
“My ex-wife, Judy, sued me for ₦1 billion for defamation. She has seen the Central Bank; I will never keep quiet,” he said.
Obasi also claimed that he is prepared to face whatever consequences may come from continuing to speak publicly about his experiences. He reportedly said he would rather be imprisoned or regain access to his children, stressing that he knows what he went through in order to have them.
The former couple’s dispute has attracted renewed attention following a series of public statements and allegations surrounding their past relationship and family life.
Obasi’s latest comments suggest that the reported lawsuit may not bring an end to his public statements. Instead, he appears determined to continue telling his side of the story, regardless of the potential legal consequences.
At the centre of his argument is his rejection of the defamation allegation. Questioning the basis of the lawsuit, he asked: “She is claiming that I defamed her, so when did telling the truth become defamation?”
His comments have since generated reactions online, with social media users divided over the developing legal dispute. While some have expressed sympathy for Obasi and his claims concerning his children, others have urged caution, noting that allegations made by either party should be established through evidence and the appropriate legal process.
The reported ₦1 billion lawsuit could now move the dispute from social media into the courtroom, where the parties would have an opportunity to present their respective evidence and arguments.
Neither the full details of the alleged lawsuit nor Judy Austin’s response to Obasi’s latest claims have been independently established from the information currently circulating. As a result, the allegations remain claims attributed to the parties involved pending further clarification or court proceedings.
For now, Obasi says he intends to continue speaking about his experience, setting the stage for what could become a closely watched legal and personal battle.
