Nollywood actor Yul Edochie has officially reconciled with his elder brother, Linc Edochie, and his aunt, veteran actress Rita Edochie, following a prolonged period of public family conflict.
The reunion, which took place at a recent family gathering attended by key members of the Edochie clan, has brought relief to fans who have watched the family drama unfold over the past year.
New Daily Prime reports that tension among the actors began in 2024 when Linc publicly advised Yul to handle his controversial marriage to actress Judy Austin with more discretion and keep private matters off social media.
The advice did not sit well with Yul, who reacted strongly in a post that went viral.
“You that hid your marriage inside house no still divorce? Did your wife not leave you?” Yul wrote at the time. “Everybody na adviser for social media. You sabi advise other people while your own life go scatter and you no fit fix am.”
The online exchange deepened the rift between the brothers. Shortly afterward, both men unfollowed each other across their social media platforms, signalling that the conflict had escalated beyond a brief misunderstanding.
Aunt Rita Edochie, known for her outspoken defense of Yul’s first wife, May Edochie, was also involved in the feud.
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She used her platform several times to criticise Judy Austin, whom she accused of “snatching” Yul from May and destabilising the family.
Her criticism strained her relationship with Yul, who felt she was contributing to the public attack against his decisions.
For months, tensions persisted as the family struggled with divided loyalties and public scrutiny. However, in a heartwarming turn of events, the three relatives reunited at a family function earlier this week.
A now-viral video posted by Rita Edochie on Instagram shows Yul, Linc, and Rita hugging warmly, smiling, and posing for pictures. This gesture instantly reassured fans that peace had finally returned to the family.
Rita captioned the video with words of gratitude, expressing her joy over the reconciliation. Though Yul did not immediately release a separate statement, his presence at the gathering and the affectionate interaction captured in the video indicated a willingness to rebuild family bonds.
The reconciliation marks a significant step in restoring unity within one of Nollywood’s most respected families.
The Edochie surname carries substantial weight in the Nigerian entertainment industry, with multiple members contributing to its longstanding legacy.
Public disagreements among them have often generated intense online conversations, making this reunion highly welcomed by supporters.
As the Edochies move forward from this chapter, many fans hope the renewed bond will inspire a healthier, more united front both privately and publicly.
For now, the reunion stands as a moment of healing in a family that has given so much to the world of Nigerian cinema.
