Old Video of Roby Ekpo's Whirlwind 5-Month Courtship with Mayowa Lambe Resurfaces Online
The ongoing public saga surrounding the estranged marriage of media personality Roby Ekpo and Mayowa Lambe has taken another dramatic turn. A previously recorded video from an entertainment show, featuring the couple happily recounting how their relationship began, has resurfaced across social media platforms, igniting a fresh wave of reactions and commentary from Nigerians.
Recounting a Rapid Romance
In the resurfaced clip, Roby Ekpo revealed the unconventional start to their relationship. He explained that Mayowa Lambe initiated contact by sliding into his direct messages on social media. This digital introduction led to a courtship period of just five months before the couple decided to tie the knot. When questioned by the show's host, Mayowa described herself as a confident woman who goes after what she wants. Roby further confessed that he had liked many of her pictures online before she eventually messaged him to ask for his telephone number.
Context of the Resurfaced Footage
The timing of this video's resurgence is particularly poignant. It comes shortly after Roby Ekpo appeared on a recent episode of the Honest Bunch podcast, where he tearfully detailed experiences of emotional neglect during their marriage. He claimed that for six years, while Mayowa lived abroad, he consistently sent her money and flowers. The media personality also addressed serious allegations made by Mayowa regarding their intimate life, revealing that he underwent medical tests following her claims and discovered she had been using contraceptives throughout their marriage while still complaining about their bedroom dynamics.
Social Media Reactions Pour In
The juxtaposition of the old, joyful video with the current acrimonious separation has sparked extensive commentary online. Many Nigerians have shared their observations and opinions about the couple's rushed courtship and subsequent marital breakdown.
Notable reactions include:
- SpillRader commented: "Will give you a woman that will be your peace, joy and just everything. Because omo e no easy make man carry woman whey no b him own ooo."
- OjubanireKehin2 observed: "Hmmm from the clip it's obvious that the guy was the one in love for real. 11 years no kid. True love has nothing to do with 5 months of dating or not. But for a guy to be able to read and understand traits."
- KwameSet reacted: "She came for the kill. Just to use him. And the mission has been accomplished."
- danielejiofor noted: "The man is jazzed. Abeg look at the eye of the so called wife, shine like torch light. She has a lot of things to hid oo."
- CDRTVNEWS wrote: "Relationship wey go cut go still cut, whether na 5 months or 5 years. Courtship time no be guarantee."
- _Nineteensixty remarked: "Marrying a woman just five months you met her and you say 'when you see what you want' hope you have seen what you want now, ozour."
- Uchechukwu29 said: "So he was not even the hunter, he was hunted… now it makes sense; he’s been a follower from the start."
Celebrity Commentary Adds to the Discourse
The situation has also drawn attention from other public figures. Nollywood actor Yul Edochie recently weighed in on the ongoing saga, sharing a message on his X account directed at Roby Ekpo following his explosive podcast interview. Edochie offered tough words about resilience and the realities men face in contemporary society, adding another layer to the public discussion surrounding this celebrity marriage breakdown.
The resurfaced video serves as a stark contrast to the current narrative of marital discord, highlighting how quickly public perceptions can shift when private relationships become public spectacles. As the story continues to unfold, it raises broader questions about the nature of celebrity relationships, the pressure of public scrutiny, and whether the length of courtship truly correlates with marital success.
