Key Points
- – Nigerian lawyer Emeka Ugwuonye announced a new lawsuit against Nollywood actor Yul Edochie, filed by Judy Austin’s ex-husband, Emmanuel Obasi, accusing Yul of breaking up his marriage and keeping Obasi from his children.
- – Obasi’s lawsuit undermines Yul’s reliance on Igbo cultural norms of polygamy, asserting that Yul broke up a marriage and conspired against Obasi, which could significantly alter public perception against Yul.
- – Public reaction on social media is largely critical of Yul Edochie’s actions, with many netizens calling for justice and condemning him for his alleged role in ending Obasi’s marriage and denying access to his children.
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Nigerian relationship lawyer Emeka Ugwuonye, who is currently representing May Edochie in her divorce proceedings against Nollywood actor Yul Edochie, has announced that a new lawsuit is in the works. According to Ugwuonye, this impending legal action will be a serious problem for Yul Edochie.
Backstory with Judy Austin’s ex-husband
Recent reports from ValidUpdates reveal that Judy Austin’s ex-husband, Emmanuel Obasi, approached Ugwuonye to recount the events leading to the collapse of his marriage. In this new twist, Obasi has decided to file a lawsuit against both Judy Austin and Yul Edochie. He accuses Yul of being responsible for ending his marriage with Judy by allegedly enticing her and driving a wedge between them.
Adding more fuel to the fire, Obasi also claims that Yul and Judy manoeuvred to keep him away from his children. According to Ugwuonye, Yul and Judy justified their actions through cultural norms that accept polygamy among the Igbos, where a man marrying multiple wives is not uncommon. It’s worth noting that Obasi has been vocal about Yul and Judy denying him access to his children for over a decade.
Ugwuonye’s statement on the legal battle
Ugwuonye elaborated on the complexities and potential ramifications of the case. “Neither Yul Edochie nor Judy Austin expected Emmanuel Obasi to come forward again. For ten years, they likely considered him irrelevant, but now he seeks justice, and they are not ready for it,” Ugwuonye stated. He also mentioned that Obasi’s legal team has made it clear they will defend him vigorously if any threats arise.
The lawyer further explained why this lawsuit is particularly troubling for Yul Edochie. “Yul and Judy have banked on the cultural acceptance of polygamy among Igbos. Yul even publicly called himself a proud polygamist, confident that many would side with him. However, the same people who support polygamy frown upon stealing another man’s wife. Obasi’s case asserts that Yul broke up his marriage by causing Judy to despise him and further conspired to keep him away from his children,” he added.
Ugwuonye believes that while polygamy might have garnered some support for Yul in his marital troubles with May, the narrative changes significantly with Obasi’s litigation. The accusation of being a ‘home-breaker’ or ‘wife-snatcher’ is something entirely different and far less defensible in the eyes of the public.
See Ugwuonye’s full statement HERE
Public reactions
The public has been far from silent on this issue. Comments on social media showcase a range of opinions on the developing story.
One user, @walcottelizebeth, commented, “Let justice be served and put a stop to their nonsense.” Another, @emmynyu, opined, “It is time for karma. Let them enjoy the music they started playing. It only takes time for justice to prevail. Mr. Obasi is their karma.”
@teensaffairwithgladys added, “What a shameful and disgraceful matter. A fine man with a beautiful family. See what pride has brought upon him. His parents and kinsmen are watching while he digs his own grave.”
The sentiment among netizens clearly reflects a desire for justice and a critical view of Yul Edochie’s actions. As the legal proceedings unfold, it remains to be seen how these allegations will impact Yul’s career and public image.
