My Ex

Relationship expert and social media personality Blessing Okoro, popularly known as Blessing CEO, has opened up about the painful end of her marriage, revealing that it was caused by repeated domestic abuse. In a candid interview with Chude Jideonwo, she disclosed that her ex-husband physically assaulted her multiple times, including on the day before their wedding and even on the wedding day itself. The abuse, she said, occurred in front of family, friends, and her chief bridesmaid, making the trauma even more public and distressing. She emphasized that the violence was not isolated but part of a pattern that began long before the wedding.

Blessing CEO explained that the physical attacks were often triggered by minor disagreements, such as failing to pack plates. She recounted how her ex-husband beat her in front of her closest friends, describing the moment as one of the most humiliating experiences of her life. “On my wedding day they beat me to the altar. They beat me a day to the wedding and even beat me to the altar and I still married him,” she said. She added that the chief bridesmaid and others present at the time were witnesses to the abuse, yet she still went through with the ceremony. “He didn’t beat me privately, he beat me in front of my friends because I did not pack plates,” she stated, highlighting the emotional and psychological toll of the abuse.

The marriage, which lasted two years, ended in separation. During that time, Blessing CEO and her ex-husband, Onyeka Lucky, had two sons together—Darel Lucky Okoh and Bryan Dgreat. Despite the abuse, she chose to remain in the relationship for a period, a decision she now reflects on with deep regret. Her story has sparked widespread discussion on domestic violence, especially in the context of marriage and public relationships. Many have praised her for speaking out, calling her courage an important step toward ending the silence around abuse in Nigerian homes.

Blessing CEO’s revelations come at a time when conversations about gender-based violence and marital abuse are gaining more traction in Nigeria. Her openness is seen as a powerful tool to encourage other survivors to come forward. The incident also underscores the need for stronger support systems and legal protections for women facing domestic violence. As she continues to share her journey, Blessing CEO is using her platform to advocate for awareness and change. Her story serves as a stark reminder that abuse can happen even in the most public and celebrated moments of life, and that no one should have to suffer in silence.