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Yul Edochie’s 2nd Wife, Judy Austin Breaks Silence, Nigerians React
Yul Edochie’s 2nd wife, Judy Austin has broken silence since her marriage to the Nollywood actor.
JomogNews had reported earlier that a popular Nollywood actor, Yul Edochie a few days ago announced that he had welcomed a son with his second wife, Judy Austin, who is also a Nigerian actress.
He added that he loves the child as much as he loved his older four children, which he shared with his first wife, May.
This online platform recalled that Edochie wrote, “It’s time for the world to meet my son. His name is STAR DIKE MUNACHIMSO YUL-EDOCHIE. Born by my second wife, Judy Austin. And I love him so much, just as much as I love my other children.”
Taking to the comment session of his post, Yul’s first wife, May, wrote, “May God judge you both.”
The 40-year-old actor and his wife, May, had marked their 17th wedding anniversary in October 2021.
Yul, the last child of veteran actor, Pete Edochie, a veteran Nigerian actor, married his wife at the young age of 22 after they both dated for six years. He followed in his father’s footsteps and made his debut in the movie industry a year after his marriage.
Barely a week after Yul shared the picture of his new baby Star Dike Yul Edochie, his second wife and the mother of his newborn baby boy, has broken her silence. In a video published on Yul Edochie TV, Judy Austin promised to tell her story if Nigerians and those concerned are willing to listen to her.
“I’ve been wondering. Do I tell my story or do I not? There’s this saying that there’s no smoke without fire and it takes two to tango.
“Most times in Nigeria, we don’t have that kind of patience to hear the other part.”
Judy added that due to the hardship in the country, Nigerians have jumped into conclusions without hearing the other party. She said, “The whole country is so hard for all of us. Even the rich complain.
“It makes us jump to conclusions without hearing the other party. Most times, it’s not really the best thing to do.”
She, however, made a request, saying: “Please, if you think that I should tell my story, please, indicate in the comment section, please, say your mind down. If you think I shouldn’t, it’s okay, still indicate. I will be reading comments and if I get more of, tell your story, then I must definitely will tell my story. If I’m getting more of don’t, then I will just move on with my life”.
Watch the video of Yul Edochie’s second wife, Judy Austin telling her story below…
Nigerians took to the comment section of the video of Yul Edochie’s second wife to react to her statement. Read some of the reactions below.
The Nigerian Consulate in South Africa, in collaboration with the Nigerian Citizens Association in South Africa (NICASA), has offered a free repatriation flight for Nigerians wishing to return home permanently due to the worsening xenophobic attacks in May 2026.
This follows reports of at least two Nigerian fatalities and widespread property damage in cities like East London, Cape Town, and Durban
Amid rising unrest in South Africa, the Nigerian Consulate in the country, in collaboration with the Nigerian Citizens Association in South Africa, has offered a free repatriation flight to Nigerians willing to return home permanently.
The President of NICASA, Frank Onyekwelu, who spoke to Saturday PUNCH, acknowledged that the situation had forced many Nigerians to shut their shops and businesses.
According to him, there is currently no structured support system in place for affected Nigerians, but the consulate’s intervention is already providing an option for those who wish to leave.
Onyekwelu said many Nigerians were already indicating interest in returning home.
He said, “The Nigerian Consulate in conjunction with NICASA has offered a free repatriation flight to any Nigerian who wishes to leave South Africa permanently, and the process is ongoing as we have recorded many Nigerians signalling interest to return home.”
Meanwhile, Nigerians in South Africa have narrated their harrowing experiences.
They lamented that the recurring violence had continued to threaten their safety, livelihoods, and mental well-being.
Those who spoke to our correspondents said they had been forced to stay indoors, and were now living in constant fear amid targeted attacks on foreign nationals.
Violent anti-foreigner protests erupted in cities such as Pretoria, Johannesburg, Durban, East London, and parts of KwaZulu-Natal, resulting in harassment, looting, property damage, and injuries.
This has triggered fear and panic within the diaspora community, with the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission directing Nigerian business owners to temporarily shut down to minimise risks and avoid losses.
The protests, according to reports, are being driven by community groups, anti-immigration organisations, and social movements such as Operation Dudula, the March and March Movement, and similar local initiatives, often under the banner of tackling illegal immigration and unemployment.
The demonstrations are organised by groups accusing migrants of causing economic hardship and crime, with activists demanding the deportation of undocumented foreign nationals, particularly those from African countries such as Nigeria, Ghana, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, and Somalia.
Nollywood actor Lateef Adedimeji and his wife, actress Adebimpe Oyebade, popularly known as Mo Bimpe have announced the arrival of their triplet sons.
Adedimeji made the announcement via his official Instagram page, sharing an emotional message in which he described the children as his world, responsibility, and legacy.
“I’ve been quiet… not absent. I was building, protecting, and embracing the greatest blessing of my life. God gave me more than I prayed for — a woman who became a mother of three, and three kings to call my own,” he wrote.
The actor, who closed the post with the Islamic expression of gratitude, “Alhamdulilah,” did not disclose the date of birth or the names of the children.
The announcement drew an outpouring of congratulations from fans and colleagues.
Fellow Nollywood actress, Mercy Aigbe wrote, “To God be the glory. Congratulations.”
OloyedeJuliana also wrote, “God is Good!!! God is Good!!!God is Good!!! Watching this again, I’m in tears, congratulations my fam, so happy for you two. Can’t believe
I’m an Auntie”
Also reacting, Omowumi Dada wrote, “Such GOODNEWS for the month of May. THANK YOU JESUSSSSSSSSSSSSS. Congratulations fam”
Adedimeji and Mo Bimpe, both prominent figures in the Yoruba film industry, had their wedding ceremony in 2021.
A devastating fire has destroyed an aluminum company and a residential building in two separate incidents in Oyo State this week.
The aluminum company, located at Km 110, Iyaganku area of Ibadan was razed on Thursday while the fire incident at the residential building in Ogbomoso occurred on Wednesday.
Chairman, Oyo State Fire Service, Maroof Akinwande confirmed both incidents, saying his men have brought the situation under control.
“Upon arrival, a building used as an office with adjoining warehouse was engulfed by fire. The fire was caused by electrical sparks from an appliance plugged and unattended to and it ignited nearby combustibles, and set the building ablaze.
On the building in Ogbomoso, he said, “Upon arrival, it was discovered that the first room by the right of an ancient residential building was engulfed by fire”.
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