The drama within the Edochie family has taken a new legal twist as May Yul-Edochie, the estranged wife of Nollywood actor Yul Edochie, has filed a N1.5 billion lawsuit against Yinka Theisen, who is reportedly Linc Edochie’s ex-fiancée and also a former lawyer.
According to reports, May is demanding the huge sum as damages for alleged cyberbullying and online defamation. The move comes after a series of controversial online posts and statements that May claims have tarnished her image and subjected her to public ridicule.
Yinka Theisen has been accused of using social media to publish harmful content targeting May, a development that May’s legal team insists has gone beyond normal criticism and has become a clear case of character assassination.
In recent months, May Yul-Edochie has been at the center of public attention following her marital issues with Yul Edochie, which sparked widespread conversations on polygamy, women’s rights, and online trolling. She has since built a strong social media presence and a supportive fanbase that often rallies behind her.
This lawsuit could set a major precedent in Nigeria regarding online defamation and cyberbullying, particularly among public figures who are frequent targets of online attacks. If successful, it may also encourage more people to take legal action against those who use social media as a tool for harassment.
The case has already generated heated reactions online, with many Nigerians divided over whether May’s demand of N1.5 billion is justified or excessive. However, her move highlights the growing conversation around the need for accountability in the digital space.
As the case unfolds, all eyes will be on the court to see how it interprets and addresses the issue of cyberbullying in Nigeria.
