Rita Edochie Backs May Yul-Edochie’s Decision to Keep Married Name Post-Divorce
Veteran Nollywood actress Rita Edochie has publicly defended May Yul-Edochie’s choice to retain her married surname following her divorce. The actress took to Instagram to address critics questioning May’s decision to keep the “Yul-Edochie” name.
Rita Edochie challenged the backlash in her social media post, questioning why people would be upset over someone who doesn’t know they exist. She emphasized that the name “Queen May Yul Edochie” has become established and permanent.
“It has come to stay,” Rita Edochie declared, referring to May’s continued use of her married name. The veteran actress’s defense comes amid ongoing public discussion about May Yul-Edochie’s post-divorce identity choices.
May Yul-Edochie, formerly married to actor Yul Edochie, has maintained her married surname despite their separation. The couple’s divorce attracted significant media attention, particularly following Yul Edochie’s controversial second marriage to actress Judy Austin.
Rita Edochie’s intervention highlights the broader cultural debate surrounding women’s naming choices after divorce in Nigeria. Her support for May’s decision reflects growing acceptance of women’s autonomy in personal identity matters.
The Instagram post has sparked discussions about post-divorce naming conventions and women’s rights to choose their preferred identities. Rita Edochie’s stance positions her as an advocate for May’s personal choices amid public scrutiny.
