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13 Mar

You Can Rule A Country If You Can Cope With A Woman – Pete Edochie

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Veteran Nollywood actor, Pete Edochie claims that any man who is able to cope with a woman is capable of ruling a country. The veteran actor made this known in commemoration of the International Women’s Day (IWD) on Friday. The actor, who celebrated his 77th birthday on March 8, also praised women for their roles in the family. Pete Edochie stressed that a woman’s strength rests in her “tongue”. Speaking in a video posted on his official social media page, Edochie noted that any man who hits women out of provocation does not qualify to be a man. He said…

26 Sep

Kanayo Explains Why He Is A Senior To Pete Edochie In Nollywood

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Nollywood actor, Kanayo O. Kanayo, has caused a stir on social media with some information regarding his influence in the movie industry. Kanayo O. Kanayo boldly asserted his superiority over his seasoned colleague, Pete Edochie, in Nollywood during an interview with Afia TV. The 61-year-old disclosed some of his ground-breaking accomplishments while discussing the history of the movie industry. Kanayo O. Kanayo stated that in 1992, Nnebue was the first filmmaker to professionally produce home videos. According to him, individuals like Pete Edochie, Nnebue, and himself, among others, shouldn’t be left out of the history of the film industry. He…

07 Aug

‘Why I Do Not Condemn Polygamy’ – Pete Edochie Speaks

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In light of issues regarding Yul Edochie's second marriage, veteran Nollywood actor Pete Edochie has explained why he did not officially oppose the act. The movie star was questioned about his decision not to take a second wife during an interview with media personality Chude Jideonwo. Pete responded by saying, since his wife had already given birth to five sons, he had no need for a second wife. The actor said he wouldn't oppose polygamy because people who take second wives do it for a variety of reasons. He went on to give the example of a man whose wife forbade him…

07 Aug

Drama As Yul Edochie’s Second Wife Deletes Pete Edochie’s Photo From Instagram

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Judy Austin, Yul Edochie's second wife, has reportedly taken down his father-in-law's photo, from her timeline on social media. Judy Austin pulled down Pete Edochie's photo after the latter's 'harsh' criticisms following Yul's first wife's lawsuit and divorce. In the interview, Pete claimed he had no knowledge of Judy and Yul's marriage and shared an Igbo parable saying; "He who goes to the farm and gets ants-infested firewoods (amongst all the good firewoods in the farm) shouldn’t be surprised when Lizards start paying him a visit (like lizards disturbing nah)". Pete described Yul Edochie's first wife, May, as one of his favourite daughters-in-law,…

03 Apr

Police To Probe Death Of Yul Edochie’s Son

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The Lagos state police command has said it will investigate the death of Kambilichukwu, the first son of Yul Edochie, and May, his first wife. It was a shock on Thursday morning when news of the death of Kambilichukwu broke. Confirming the sad news to Vanguard, Pete Edochie said his son, Yul, called him on the telephone, Wednesday, informing him that Kambilichukwu fell while playing football with his schoolmates and developed a seizure. According to him, the deceased was rushed to the Mother and Child Hospital, Lagos, where he died hours later. Benjamin Hundeyin, the Lagos police spokesperson, in a…

05 Dec

Pete Edochie Finally Breaks Silence On Son Taking A Second Wife

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Veteran Nollywood actor, Pete Edochie, has finally broken silence over his son, Yul’s decision to marry a second wife. The legend disclosed he did not feel good about his son putting morality to the side to marry a second wife. Mr Edochie, who is a staunch Christian, added that there isn’t much to say on his son’s decision, likening Yul to the biblical Solomon. “I didn’t feel good, but like I said I’m a Christian and I read the Bible. Solomon with 700 wives and 300 concubines, was branded a man of wisdom,” he said. However, Mr Edochie believes it…

04 Oct

Pete Edochie And Wife Celebrate 53rd Marriage Anniversary

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Veteran actor Pete Edochie and his wife Barrister Josephine Edochie on Saturday, October 1 celebrated their 53rd wedding anniversary. The children of the couple put together an event at Base Landmark Event Center in Enugu, to honour their parents on their special day. Pete Edochie took to his social media handles to share pictures of the day while celebrating his wife of five decades. He wrote “53 years of Marital Bliss with my Queen, Chief Barrister Mrs Josephine Edochie. Thanks to my Children for hosting us to the biggest party of our lifetime, yes Our LIFE because we are ONE.”…