Nollywood actor Frederick Leonard has filed a legal petition against filmmaker and media personality Stanley Chibueze Ajemba, popularly known as Stanley Ontop, over allegations of persistent defamation. Through his legal counsel, Uche Okoro & Co., Leonard submitted a formal request to the Delta State Police Command, seeking a full investigation into the filmmaker’s activities.
The petition, made public via Leonard’s official social media channels, accuses Stanley Ontop of orchestrating a targeted campaign against his character for over two years. According to the legal document dated January 28, 2026, the filmmaker allegedly published repeated unprovoked and malicious claims aimed at damaging Leonard’s professional reputation and influencing public perception negatively.
Addressing the matter publicly, Frederick Leonard challenged Ontop to substantiate his claims:
“Mr. Stanley Chibueze Ajemba a.k.a Stanley Ontop. You have been served, the law will take its course to the full extent,” Leonard stated.
He added a firm warning that this legal action marks the beginning of a wider effort to hold multiple sources accountable for defamatory statements:
“You first, others will follow. If you claim or allege, you must prove with evidence. I’m coming for you.”
This dispute underscores ongoing tensions between Nollywood professionals and digital media commentators regarding the boundaries between criticism and character assassination. While Stanley Ontop has gained visibility for commentary on industry affairs, Leonard’s legal team asserts that his statements have crossed into actionable defamation.
The Delta State Police Command is expected to review the petition and determine whether the allegations warrant a criminal investigation or a court appearance. Leonard’s decisive stance signals a zero-tolerance approach to unverified reports, emphasizing his intent to hold online personalities accountable under Nigerian law.
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