Actress Yvonne Jegede has apologised to May Yul Edochie, the estranged wife of colleague, Yul Edochie, following her controversial podcast comments that sparked widespread outrage.
Jegede discussed her marital struggles and referenced those supporting polygamy, which was perceived as insensitive towards May’s marital issues with Yul Edochie.
Jegede’s comments on the Honest Bunch podcast sparked a backlash with many criticising her for being insensitive to May’s plight.
In response, Jegede apologised on her official Instagram page to clarify her intentions and acknowledge May’s hardships.
In her apology statement, Jegede expressed deep regret for any misconstruction and reiterated her support for single mothers and those facing marital challenges.
Jegede’s apology reads: “I, Yvonne Jegede, would like to address the concerns and backlash that have arisen from my recent interview on the HONEST BUNCH podcast, where I discussed themes related to my latest film on Amazon Prime, “A FATHER’S LOVE.”
“Upon reflecting on the interview, I realize that my words were not articulated in a way that conveyed my true intentions and have been misconstrued as insensitive, particularly towards Mrs. May Edochie, a woman who has endured significant pain and hardship occasioned by estranged marriage. I deeply regret that my comments were perceived as adding to her distress. It was never my intention to cause any pain or disrespect. I am truly sorry.
“My intention in the interview was to highlight the important societal issues depicted in my film, which tells the story of a man raising four children who are not biologically his own. I was excited to address this societal issue through my film.
However, in the process of discussing these themes, my words were misinterpreted. I spoke about my own failed marriage and the struggles of single mothers, aiming to shed light on these challenges.
“I want to clarify that my remarks about polygamy were meant to reflect its cultural context and to emphasize that how it is practised is crucial. My goal was to convey that polygamy is part of our culture, but what matters is how it is approached. Unfortunately, this message was lost in my articulation.
