The ongoing drama surrounding Nollywood actress Judy Austin, her husband Yul Edochie, and her ex-husband, Mr. Obasi, has taken another dramatic turn. In a recent tell-all interview, Mr. Obasi opened up about the early days of his relationship with the actress, alleging that he played a pivotal role in her personal development and academic pursuits long before she found fame in the movie industry.
The Early Days: Mr. Obasi Speaks on Financial Sacrifices
Speaking on the popular The Honest Bunch podcast, Mr. Obasi reminisced about how he met Judy Austin when they were much younger. He claimed that despite her family’s severe financial struggles at the time, he decided to build a future with her. According to him, he took it upon himself to lift some of the financial burdens off her shoulders, starting with her basic needs and education.
Mr. Obasi detailed how he purchased Judy’s very first mobile phone and went on to sponsor her crucial examinations, including WAEC, NECO, and JAMB.
“I chose Judy Austin when I was 27 years old,” Obasi revealed during the podcast. “She was a fine girl… but at that time, their pocket was not fine. Based on family background, they were wretched. The very first phone that she used, I was the one who bought it for her. During that time, she told me that the biggest problem she was facing was WAEC and NECO. I paid for her WAEC, NECO, and JAMB.”
A Deepening Public Dispute
These fresh allegations add a new layer to the highly publicized dispute involving the trio. Over the past year, Mr. Obasi has frequently taken to social media and interviews to share his side of the story regarding his past marriage to Judy Austin, insisting that his contributions to her life should not be forgotten.
While Mr. Obasi paints a picture of a supportive husband who sacrificed his own resources for her future, Judy Austin has consistently maintained a different narrative. She has previously denied claims that her relationship with actor Yul Edochie began while she was still married to Mr. Obasi. According to Judy, she met Yul years after her first marriage had officially ended.
Unverified Accounts and Public Reaction
As expected, the contrasting accounts have sparked intense debate among fans and social media onlookers. With neither side providing definitive documentation to verify the timeline of their separation and subsequent relationships, the public remains divided on who to believe.
For now, the drama shows no signs of slowing down as all parties continue to protect their reputations in the court of public opinion.