Rita Edochie has sparked intense social media reactions after launching a fiery defense of May Yul Edochie, insisting that the estranged wife of actor Yul Edochie will continue bearing the family name despite their separation. The veteran Nollywood actress and relative of the Edochie clan took to Instagram on Wednesday, July 10, to silence critics pressuring May to drop the surname.
Describing the backlash against May as “senseless hate,” Rita lashed out at trolls, warning them to focus on their lives instead of attacking a woman who has done them no wrong. She slammed detractors, writing, “Ndiala ndiala everywhere. Her name remains Queen May Yul Edochie even after the divorce because you did not give her the name. Iwe we gi oga… go hug transformer.”
Rita did not hold back as she praised May’s resilience and grace, calling her a woman of substance. She encouraged fans to respect May’s right to keep the Edochie name, especially as the mother of Yul’s children. “The name has come to stay. She has every right to use it. Focus on your own journey and let God bless you in your season,” Rita emphasized.
The post has gone viral, igniting hundreds of comments from fans and celebrities alike. Actor Benson Okonkwo hailed her as the “daughter of grace,” while another follower @royal_kiddies_1234 wrote, “As long as she has kids that bear the name, she will bear the name till eternity.”
One user, @itz_realsuccessofficial, added, “If not for May, Yul Edochie would have faded. She’s the reason he’s still in the conversation today.” Many comments pointed fingers at Judy Austin, the actress allegedly at the center of the marital drama, calling her a source of envy and chaos.
Rita concluded her message by advising fans to stop comparing lives or rushing destiny. “Just like the sun and the moon, we all have our own unique time to shine. Don’t force it. Celebrate small wins and trust God’s timing,” she wrote, striking a tone that blended scolding and spiritual encouragement.
The Edochie family drama has trended multiple times in the past year, with Yul’s marriage to a second wife and the alleged emotional toll it took on May drawing massive public sympathy. Rita’s bold statement may once again push the saga back into mainstream discourse.
