Rita Edochie Defends May Edochie’s Right to Retain Surname After Divorce

Veteran Nollywood actress, Rita Edochie, has come out strongly in support of May Edochie amid renewed online criticism over her continued use of the surname “Yul Edochie” following her separation from the actor.

The controversy reignited after Yinka, ex-wife of Linc Edochie, accused May of inciting fans to troll her online, sparking a heated exchange across social media platforms. Critics then turned their attention to May, questioning why she still bears her estranged husband’s surname despite their split.

Rita Edochie, known for her fierce loyalty and no-nonsense persona, did not hold back in her defense. In a passionate social media post, she affirmed that May has every right to retain the name, emphasizing that it was never the critics who gave it to her in the first place.

“NDIALA NDIALA EVERYWHERE. HER NAME REMAINS QUEEN MAY YUL EDOCHIE EVEN AFTER THE DIVORCE BECAUSE YOU DID NOT GIVE HER THE NAME. IF YOU’RE ANGRY, GO HUG A TRANSFORMER.”

She continued by urging critics to focus on their own lives and stop hating on someone who doesn’t even know they exist.

“PRAY FOR YOUR OWN SUCCESS. BE HAPPY FOR WHO GOD HAS BLESSED AND YOUR TIME WILL COME.”

The post has since generated widespread reactions, with many Nigerians praising Rita’s courage and unwavering support for May. Social media users flooded the comments, lauding her as the ideal in-law and applauding her for standing firm amidst the drama.

One user wrote:

“Queen May has GRACE. Love her or hate her, it doesn’t stop her from being blessed.”

Rita Edochie’s strong stance once again highlights her reputation for defending those she believes in, earning her the admiration of fans and followers across the country.