- Lawyer Emeka Ugwuonye has withdrawn from representing May Edochie in her divorce case with Yul Edochie.
- The decision was announced through a statement from his law firm, Due Process Advocates
- Ugwuonye cited ongoing online harassment from May Edochie’s fanbase, known as “May Nation,” as the reason for his withdrawal.
In a surprising development, lawyer Emeka Ugwuonye has announced his decision to cease legal representation for actress and businesswoman May Edochie in her ongoing divorce case with Nollywood star Yul Edochie.
Ugwuonye, through a statement released by his law firm, Due Process Advocates (DPA), attributed his withdrawal to sustained online harassment allegedly orchestrated by May’s fanbase, widely referred to as “May Nation.”
The statement, which was notably direct, highlighted the severity of the situation:
“The relentless bullying and trolling from supporters presumed to be backing Queen May have created a deeply troubling ethical and professional environment for DPA and our team.”
According to the lawyer, the hostile conduct from some of May’s followers made it impossible for his firm to continue offering quality legal support. He also disclosed that his staff had faced more intense abuse from May’s supporters than they had ever received from Yul Edochie’s camp.
Although Ugwuonye maintained that Yul Edochie and his alleged partner Judy were the root cause of May’s marital challenges, he emphasized that the toxic actions of May’s fans had only added fuel to the fire.
He further stated:
“May’s inability to effectively curb the harmful actions of a growing segment of her followers is incompatible with the commitment and resources our firm has invested in her legal defense.”
Despite his withdrawal, the lawyer praised May Edochie, calling her a “remarkable woman” and reaffirmed that she remained a victim of betrayal and an unwanted polygamous situation.
Ugwuonye assured the public that DPA would fully support any new legal counsel who takes over the case. However, he warned that his firm would not exit quietly.
The law firm revealed intentions to initiate legal proceedings against a known online troll allegedly affiliated with May’s supporters, who goes by the handle Judy Obasiyul Autism. The true identity of this user is still being investigated.
See some comments below:
@ndidiamaka_real:“This is why it’s important for celebrities to control their fanbase. Now May has lost a solid lawyer.”
@koded_truth:“The man was fighting for her, yet they bullied him out. People really don’t know who their enemies are.”
@ucheclassic:“May Nation needs to take responsibility for this. This isn’t how to support someone you claim to love.”
@iamtundeofficial:“May is suffering from Yul’s betrayal and now her own fans too? This woman needs prayers.
@bellz_theblogger:“How can supporters be worse than oppressors? The lawyer saw hell from both sides. Na wa!”
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