Rita Odafe
Emeka Ugwuonye, the attorney representing businesswoman May Yul-Edochie, has asked the public to avoid fixating on the timeline regarding her divorce from Nollywood star Yul Edochie.
In a post shared on his Facebook today, May 25, Ugwuonye expressed that, contrary to popular belief, the divorce process between May and Yul is ongoing.
He emphasized that the primary focus at this point is the dissolution of the marriage, the right to remarry, and the claim for damages against Judy concerning her affair with Yul.
He also mentioned that they have reached agreements on matters related to their children’s custody and support, as well as the distribution of joint assets.
His post read: ‘’Clarifying the Situation Regarding Queen May’s Divorce: A Request for Patience and Understanding.
I feel the need to address those who are overly concerned with how quickly Queen May’s divorce will conclude. I share this message because I cannot reply to every single question individually.
As I have noted before, any divorce case involves four primary components: (1) ending the marriage and establishing the right to remarry, (2) making arrangements for the children (including visitation rights and support), (3) distributing marital assets, and (4) seeking damages against Judy for her affair with Yul.
Many of you seem to disregard points (2) and (3) while only focusing on point (1), which might stem from a lack of clarity or an altered viewpoint. Of these issues, (1) is the simplest to resolve, yet it cannot progress until (2) and (3) are finalized.
Every divorce case is distinctive, and its advancement is influenced by specific circumstances and processes. In Queen May’s situation, we have made important progress because agreements have been reached on points (2) and (3), and a functional arrangement is established. What remains is point (1), along with point (4) regarding damages against Judy for her infidelity with Yul.
I don’t mean to sound harsh, as I understand your concerns for May drive your fixation on point (1). However, your intense focus on this one aspect suggests a lack of comprehension and can be quite aggravating. Why are you so consumed by the timing of May’s marriage dissolution? It seems as if you believe she is trapped because her divorce isn’t finalized yet. In reality, May can live her life freely; her only restriction is not being able to remarry, which is not her main focus at this moment.
I suspect many of you are hoping for gossip—eager to hear about a new romantic partner or a potential marriage, something that would allow you to celebrate her finding another husband. You may even be inclined to compare Yul to whoever her future partner might be based on factors like wealth or attractiveness.
Please be patient. The legal team is capable, and the proceedings are moving forward. While it may not be the quickest divorce process, such an obsession is unnecessary. Just recently, someone criticized me for not wrapping up the divorce swiftly. If you cannot maintain a balanced and compassionate view on the matter, you are not aiding May; in fact, you are causing disruption.
May is doing well. She has no intentions of remarrying at this stage and is not worried about the timing of her divorce. She is focused on her children, managing the family home, and is economically stable. She values your support, but asks for no added pressure on her legal team.
