‘I’ll Not Be Cajoled into Polygamy’ – May Edochie Reacts to Husband’s Public Apology

May, the first wife of Nollywood actor, Yul Edochie, has reiterated her stance not to be cajoled into polygamy.

This comes after her husband’s public apology over his marriage to his industry colleague, Judy.

On Wednesday, December 21, the actor took to his Instagram page to express his regrets for having hurt his first wife May so deeply.

He said he takes responsibility for his action but needed to do it to give his son to Judy an identity.

According to Yul, he has apologized countless times and has come to terms with his wife that polygamy should not be forced on anyone, however, taking a second wife was never an attempt to disrespect her.

The actor added he has been a good father as well as provided everything that May needed, he, therefore, pleaded with her to forgive the past so they can live peacefully and happily.

Replying her husband in a lengthy post via her Instagram page, May noted that even though forgiveness is the highest and most beautiful form of love, she will not be cajoled into accepting polygamy.

She wrote: “I strongly believe that mistakes are a major part of human existence. It is our response to these errors that count. In other words, forgiveness is one thing, and righting a wrong is another.

“FORGIVENESS is the highest, most beautiful form of love for me. There is no love without forgiveness, and there is no forgiveness without love. Hence, my ability to forgive the mistakes of the past, present, and future with respect to the issue on ground is in the interest of my mental health and inner peace.

“I decided to stick to love…Hate is too great a burden to bear. I am still very much incapable of HATING anyone, let alone the father of my children. The fact remains that anyone can choose to practice POLYGAMY, but can’t be impelled to accept what was never bargained for.

“To reaffirm my stands, I will not be CAJOLED into accepting polygamy, which goes against my beliefs, faith, and values.

“I will not be NUMBERED in a home that we started building with love, faith, tears, hopes, and prayers in a CATHOLIC marriage of 18 years following a long term premarital relationship.

“This is also a passionate appeal to put an END to the constant “show” on the social media space where our kids are growing into unless it is absolutely necessary. Let’s prevent our lovely children from all the incessant drama series that might take a toll on them directly or indirectly amongst their peers.

“May GOD in His infinite mercy and compassion guide us all in the right direction.

“Merry Christmas in advance everyone!”