May Yul-Edochie Demands ₦500m in Defamation Suit Against Yinka Theisen, Who Fires Back: “Clown! You’ll Never Get a Dime”

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Otinosa Williams

The Legal Face-Off

The family drama involving the Edochie name has taken another public turn. May Yul-Edochie, estranged wife of popular Nollywood actor Yul Edochie, has launched a legal offensive against Yinka Theisen, the ex-girlfriend of Yul’s brother, Linc Edochie.

In a letter sent through her legal representatives, Graylaw Partners, May accused Yinka of engaging in cyberstalking, cyberbullying, and online defamation. According to the letter, Yinka has repeatedly used her social media platforms to publish false and damaging statements aimed at tarnishing May’s reputation.

The document described Yinka’s posts as malicious, ridiculing, and threatening, going beyond mere criticism to what May calls “a calculated assault” on her dignity and safety.

May’s lawyers claim that these posts have also emboldened others online to spread harmful narratives against her, intensifying the damage to her personal life and public image.

As part of her demands, May is insisting that Yinka:

Cease all defamatory publications immediately.
Retract past posts and issue a public apology.
Publish the apology across all platforms where the alleged defamatory content was shared.
Pay ₦500 million in damages for the alleged harm caused.

\Yinka Theisen Strikes Back

But if May expected a quiet settlement or remorse from Yinka, the response she got was anything but.

Taking to her Instagram page, Yinka mocked the lawsuit, calling May a “clown.” In her sharp rebuttal, Yinka declared:

“Clown! You will never get an apology or a dime from me.”

This outright rejection of May’s demands has set the stage for a potential courtroom battle that could drag into months of litigation if neither side backs down.

Yinka’s bold response has also fueled social media debates, with fans and critics split between those who see May’s legal action as justified self-defense and others who consider it a publicity stunt or a feud blown out of proportion.

The heated exchange highlights a growing trend in Nigeria’s celebrity culture: personal disputes spilling onto social media, where accusations and counterattacks quickly spiral into viral sagas.

Beyond the Feud — What’s at Stake

For May Yul-Edochie, this legal move is about more than just silencing an online critic. Since her marital troubles with Yul Edochie became public, she has worked hard to build a brand identity that resonates with women, particularly those who admire her for handling personal struggles with resilience. Any attack on her reputation threatens not only her personal peace but also her budding influence as a public figure and entrepreneur.

On the other hand, Yinka Theisen appears unwilling to yield ground, positioning herself as defiant and unapologetic. Her refusal to apologize or retract her statements could complicate her public image further but also frames her as someone who won’t be intimidated.

Legal experts note that defamation and cyberbullying suits are becoming more common in Nigeria, but proving such cases in court often requires substantial evidence. If May proceeds, the case could set a precedent for how online behavior and digital defamation are treated under Nigerian law.

For now, the feud has captured public attention, and the big question remains: Will this matter be resolved privately, or will it evolve into a high-profile court case that exposes even more of the tensions within the Edochie circle?

What is certain is that Nigerians love drama, and with celebrities involved, this story is unlikely to fade anytime soon.