Nollywood actress Uche Ogbodo has officially confirmed that she and her husband, Bobby Maris, have gone their separate ways, ending weeks of speculation surrounding the state of their marriage.
The actress made the announcement through a series of emotional posts shared on her Instagram Story on Wednesday, revealing that she had reached her limit in the relationship.
Her confirmation comes just days after fans noticed that the couple had unfollowed each other on Instagram, fueling widespread rumours that their marriage was in trouble.
In one of her Instagram Story posts, Uche expressed frustration over the public’s reaction to women who choose to walk away from unhappy marriages.
According to the actress, society often accepts it when men become tired of marriage but criticises women who make the same decision.
She wrote:
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“For person to tire for marriage now nah taboo because nah woman! Must it always be man must taya? My tayad is tayad! I am tayad of the Princess wey dey marry me. What is wrong with that? To be happy as a woman in marriage nah by connection in this country!”
Her comments immediately attracted widespread reactions across social media.
Shortly after Uche’s post, Bobby Maris also shared a brief message on his own Instagram Story.
The simple post read:
“Delivered.”
Although he did not explain what he meant, many social media users interpreted the message as a response to the separation announcement.
Neither Uche nor Bobby has provided additional details regarding the circumstances that led to their split.
Uche Ogbodo and Bobby Maris traditionally got married on January 5, 2023.
The couple publicly announced their wedding the following day, receiving congratulatory messages from colleagues, friends, and fans across the entertainment industry.
At the time, many described their union as one of Nollywood’s happiest celebrity marriages.
Before their wedding, the couple welcomed their first child together, a daughter named Chimsimdiri Ugwoegbu, in June 2021.
Their family expanded again in October 2023 with the birth of their son.
Throughout their relationship, Uche frequently shared photos and videos of their family life, celebrating birthdays, holidays, and other special occasions with her followers.
The marriage to Bobby Maris was not Uche Ogbodo’s first.
The actress was previously married to former footballer Apo Arthur in 2013.
However, that marriage ended less than a year later.
The former couple have a daughter together, making Uche a mother of three children.
Until recently, Uche Ogbodo and Bobby Maris regularly posted family moments online, leading many followers to believe their marriage was thriving.
They often celebrated anniversaries, birthdays, and family milestones together.
Because of this public image, news of their separation has surprised many fans who had admired their relationship.
Since the announcement, social media has been flooded with mixed reactions.
Some fans expressed sadness over the end of the marriage and wished both parties peace as they begin new chapters in their lives.
Others praised Uche for openly speaking about the importance of prioritising happiness and mental well-being, regardless of societal expectations.
Several users also urged the public to avoid assigning blame, noting that the full circumstances surrounding the separation remain private.
At the time of publication, neither Uche Ogbodo nor Bobby Maris has publicly disclosed the exact reasons behind their separation.
Both have limited their public comments to the cryptic Instagram posts shared on Wednesday.
As fans continue to react, many will be watching closely to see whether either of them chooses to provide further clarification in the coming days.
For now, the actress’s announcement marks the official confirmation that their marriage has come to an end.
