{
  "id": 378488,
  "title": "I mistakenly followed another woman, man announces end of marriage",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/09/i-mistakenly-followed-another-woman-man-announces-end-of-marriage",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-09T13:48:15.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Punch Nigeria",
    "slug": "punch-nigeria",
    "url": "https://punchng.com/i-mistakenly-followed-another-woman-man-announces-end-of-marriage/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Nigerian man Ebikedoumene Bonny Jeff has announced the end of his marriage, citing unresolved marital conflicts and years of hurt as the factors leading to his decision. The revelation came on a Facebook post on August 8, 2026, marking their fifth wedding anniversary. Jeff met his wife, Yinlayefa, in 2008 while they were dating in their village, and they welcomed their daughter in 2011. Despite her caring and supportive nature, Jeff mentioned that financial difficulties plagued their relationship, with Yinlayefa supporting the family and securing a job at the Federal University, Otuoke after he left for university. The couple got married on August 8, 2021, but their marital issues deepened when Jeff mistakenly followed another woman on social media, causing Yinlayefa to vow never to forgive him. The unresolved grievances gradually eroded their relationship, leading to prolonged conflicts and emotional distance. Despite his wife's sacrifices, Jeff acknowledged that the decision to separate was best for their future. He also expressed his pain over the loss of their daughter, adding that \"marriage is not a do or die affair.\"",
  "summary": "A Nigerian man, Ebikedoumene Bonny Jeff, announced the end of his marriage on what would have been their 5th anniversary, citing unresolved hurt and confli Read More: https://punchng.com/i-mistakenly-followed-another-woman-man-announces-end-of-marriage/",
  "key_points": [
    "Nigerian man Ebikedoumene Bonny Jeff ends marriage on Facebook",
    "Mistakenly followed another woman, leading to vow of never forgiving",
    "Decision for separation best for future and daughter's sake"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}