Nollywood Star Frederick Leonard Seeks Police Action Over Alleged Defamation

Nollywood actor Frederick Leonard files a police petition alleging defamation by filmmaker Stanley Ontop over claims spanning two years

Nollywood actor Frederick Leonard has filed a formal petition with the Delta State Police Command against filmmaker and media personality Stanley Chibueze Ajemba, popularly known as Stanley Ontop, over allegations of sustained defamation.

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The petition, dated January 28, 2026, was submitted through Leonard’s legal representatives, Uche Okoro and Co, accusing Stanley Ontop of persistently damaging his reputation for more than two years without provocation.

According to the petition, the actor alleged that Stanley Ontop deliberately fed the public with negative narratives aimed at undermining his character and professional standing within the entertainment industry.

Leonard made the development public on Monday after sharing a copy of the petition on his official Instagram page, signalling a decisive shift from silence to legal action.

In a strongly worded caption accompanying the post, Leonard warned that the matter would be pursued to its legal conclusion.

“Mr Stanley Chibueze Ajemba, a.k.a Stanley Ontop, you have been served. The law will take its course to the full extent. You first, others will follow. If you claim or allege, you must prove with evidence. I’m coming for you,” he wrote.

The petition marks a significant escalation in the long-running dispute and underscores growing tensions within Nollywood over online allegations and reputational harm.

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As of the time of filing this report, Stanley Ontop has not publicly responded to the petition, while the Delta State Police Command has yet to issue an official statement on the matter.