“You Shared Mine, So I Shared Yours”: Linc Edochie’s Wife Sparks Outrage After Posting May Edochie’s Personal Number Online

The Edochie family drama continues to spiral into deeper chaos as another chapter of conflict unfolded this weekend on social media. In a move that has shocked fans, critics, and observers alike, Linc Edochie’s wife took to her personal platform and publicly shared the personal phone number of May Edochie — the first wife of Yul Edochie — alleging that May had earlier shared her own number to third parties without consent.

The shocking revelation came with an unapologetic caption: “Since you thought it was okay to give out my number without asking, here’s yours. Let’s see how it feels.” This single act set the internet ablaze, reigniting a family drama that had already captured national attention in recent years following the controversial polygamy saga involving Yul Edochie, his second marriage to actress Judy Austin, and the resulting tensions that tore the once-adored Edochie household apart.

Social media platforms, especially X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, and Facebook, erupted with reactions within minutes of the post going live. Many users expressed disgust and disbelief that such a personal and potentially dangerous breach of privacy could be carried out so boldly and so publicly. The post, which was up for almost an hour before being deleted, had already been screen-grabbed and shared by countless blogs and gossip sites. May Edochie has yet to make an official statement, but sources close to her confirmed that she was “deeply shocked” and “disappointed” by the betrayal.

This is not the first time May Edochie has had to navigate personal attacks and public humiliation. Ever since Yul, her now-estranged husband, went public with his second marriage, May has mostly chosen a path of silence and grace, gaining widespread admiration for the dignified manner in which she has handled the emotional and psychological storm that followed. She has also endured multiple indirect attacks from Yul and Judy on social media, often using coded language or suggestive videos to taunt her, but this latest act by Linc’s wife has elevated the situation to a new level.

Many have questioned what triggered this digital retaliation, with some alleging that there had been simmering tensions between May and Linc’s wife for some time. A few online sleuths have pointed out subtle jabs and unfollows that indicated a strained relationship, even though the two women had once appeared cordial at family events years ago. The public exposure of May’s phone number, however, is now being seen not as a family squabble but a cyber attack and breach of personal privacy.

Legal experts are already weighing in. Barrister Chioma Odum of Odum & Partners Legal Group told a popular media house, “Sharing someone’s personal contact information online without their permission constitutes doxxing and could attract legal consequences, especially if the victim can prove emotional or psychological harm as a result of the exposure. The fact that this happened within a family makes it more complex emotionally, but it doesn’t remove the legal implications.”

Meanwhile, fans of May have rallied behind her with a trending hashtag #JusticeForMay and are calling for public apologies and even lawsuits. One popular Twitter user posted, “This woman has endured too much. First Yul, then Judy, and now this? Enough is enough. Sue them all.” Another wrote, “You don’t fight fire with fire when it comes to family. This was cruel and dangerous.”

Surprisingly, Linc Edochie, a Nollywood actor and brother to Yul, has not issued any public comment regarding his wife’s actions. This silence has raised further questions about whether he condoned the act or was completely blindsided. Some netizens have begun dragging him into the conversation, demanding that he either distance himself from his wife’s actions or apologize on her behalf.

The backlash has also drawn attention to the broader dysfunction currently plaguing the Edochie clan — a family that was once seen as a symbol of unity, tradition, and talent in the Nigerian entertainment industry. Patriarch Pete Edochie, an icon of African cinema, has also been mentioned several times as fans wonder what he thinks of the recent events. Pete has largely kept a quiet distance from the ongoing family drama, only breaking silence occasionally with cryptic comments about family values and disappointment.

What makes this situation more unfortunate is the fact that May has worked tirelessly in the last year to build a brand around healing, resilience, and female empowerment. She has become an ambassador for mental health advocacy, domestic strength, and self-worth — traits many women across Nigeria and the diaspora have come to admire in her. For such a person to be subjected to what many are now calling “digital cruelty” only heightens the public sympathy and anger on her behalf.

Psychologists are now also entering the discourse. Dr. Temi Olawale, a Lagos-based mental health expert, told a radio show this morning, “These kinds of betrayals, especially from family members, can cause deep trauma. Beyond the embarrassment, it makes victims question their entire circle of trust. If this trend continues, it can lead to long-term anxiety, depression, and withdrawal.”

As the dust continues to rise from this digital confrontation, many are asking what the future holds for the Edochie family. Can they find a way to rebuild what has clearly been broken? Or has social media permanently redefined how they handle their personal issues? While some have dismissed this latest development as another episode of “celebrity wahala,” others argue that real lives and real emotions are at stake, and the consequences go beyond the fleeting attention of social media drama.

At the time of writing, May’s number reportedly received hundreds of calls and messages within hours of being leaked. According to insiders, she has since changed her number and is considering legal action. Fans have urged her to remain strong and stay true to the graceful image she has maintained so far.

Whether this incident will lead to any form of public reconciliation or further legal escalation remains to be seen. One thing, however, is clear: the line between family and enemy is becoming increasingly blurry in the Edochie saga, and the internet never forgets.