Nollywood actress Angela Okorie has addressed circulating reports claiming she was arrested by the Nigerian Police over allegations of cyberbullying fellow actress Mercy Johnson-Okojie.
The controversy erupted after a video went viral showing Angela being escorted by police officers, sparking speculation that she had been apprehended following her persistent online attacks against Mercy Johnson. Rumors also claimed that Mercy had filed a formal petition against her.
However, in a recent Instagram Live session, Angela Okorie dismissed the arrest claims, clarifying that she was only invited by the police and willingly honored the invitation.
“I was invited and I went there, you know what I mean,” she said casually, without offering further details.
She neither confirmed nor denied Mercy Johnson’s involvement in the matter, leaving fans to speculate about the real reason behind the police invitation.
The video of her police appearance sparked mixed reactions online. Some social media users criticized her appearance and demeanor, while others questioned the authenticity of her explanation.
The video of her police appearance sparked mixed reactions online, with some users criticizing her appearance and behavior. Comments included remarks like “You people should not even start with that, she’s so pretty comments this time,” “She is looking drunk,” “Even if they arrest you and rough-handle you, you go tell us?” and “She’s so insecure without the filters… she looks really uncomfortable… covering her mouth, face and all.”
Angela Okorie and Mercy Johnson have had a longstanding rift, with Angela occasionally throwing jabs at her colleague on social media. Their feud reportedly stems from a personal fallout that dates back several years.
So far, Mercy Johnson has remained silent, choosing not to publicly respond to the ongoing drama.
