May Edochie divorce case hit by twist.

…As Lawyer quits over fan harassment

In a surprising twist to one of Nigeria’s most publicized celebrity divorce cases, the lawyer representing May Edochie has withdrawn from the proceedings, citing relentless harassment and intimidation from online fans.

The legal counsel, in a public statement shared via the Facebook page of his law firm, Due Process Advocates (DPA), who had been at the forefront of May’s bid to legally separate from Nollywood actor Yul Edochie, announced the decision amid growing concerns for personal safety and professional integrity.

The development adds a dramatic layer to an already emotionally charged legal battle, highlighting the darker side of fan culture and the toll public scrutiny takes on legal practitioners entangled in high-profile domestic disputes.

“DPA’s services to Queen May have come to an end,” the statement read. “The hostile environment fostered by certain individuals within the ‘May Nation’ group made it untenable for us to continue effective representation.”

According to Ugwuonye, what began as a noble mission to advocate for May following the collapse of her marriage soon spiralled into an atmosphere of distrust and cyberbullying, not from the opposing party, but from May’s own supporters.

“My staff face daily abuse from May’s supporters, having already endured similar attacks from Yul’s supporters,” he stated, adding that the verbal assault from May’s faction had, in many instances, surpassed that of the opposition.

Ugwuonye further emphasised that while Yul Edochie and his alleged second wife, Judy Austin, may have triggered the initial conflict, it was the unchecked aggression from May’s followers that ultimately led to his firm’s exit.

“Queen May’s inability to meaningfully influence this increasingly toxic faction of her supporters is incompatible with the level of investment required for our representation,” he noted.

Despite the fallout, Ugwuonye maintained a respectful tone toward his former client, describing May as a “remarkable individual” who remains a victim of betrayal and forced polygamy. He also assured that DPA would cooperate fully with the legal team that takes over her case.

“DPA will work cooperatively with Queen May and her team to transition our work to any successor representatives she designates,” the statement concluded.

This development comes amid continued public attention on the Edochie family saga, which has sparked broader conversations around online fan culture, legal ethics, and the emotional burden of publicised domestic disputes.