Renowned Nigerian-American businessman, Simon Guobadia, has reportedly filed a staggering $500,000 lawsuit against his ex-wife, Porsha Williams, in what appears to be a continuation of their increasingly bitter post-divorce conflict.
The lawsuit, according to reports, centers around allegations that Porsha made defamatory statements about Simon in a series of social media posts shared via Instagram in July 2024.
Though she didn’t directly mention Simon’s name in the posts, he claims that her comments were clearly aimed at him and accused him of suffering from erectile dysfunction (ED), a statement he asserts has caused significant damage to his reputation and livelihood.
In the lawsuit, Simon alleges that the implications made in the posts have had tangible negative effects on his personal and professional life. He claims that the insinuations have not only subjected him to public embarrassment and ridicule but have also led to lost business opportunities and considerable emotional distress.
The legal filing seeks $500,000 in damages, which he believes will help address the harm done to his reputation and compensate for financial losses he says he suffered as a result of the public fallout.
This legal battle emerges shortly after Simon faced a significant defeat in their high-profile divorce case. A judge ruled in Porsha’s favor, awarding her $40,000 monthly in alimony and granting her continued exclusive use of their shared Atlanta mansion.
The contrast between Simon’s financial demands in the defamation case and the court’s decision in the divorce settlement has only intensified public interest in their ongoing drama.
Social media has been abuzz with reactions, with many users speculating about the real motives behind the lawsuit. While some support Simon’s right to defend his image, others view it as retaliation for the unfavorable divorce outcome.
The situation remains fluid, with legal analysts suggesting the case could hinge on whether the court finds the posts to be “identifiable and injurious” enough to constitute defamation.
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