In an emotional revelation that has taken fans by surprise, popular Nollywood actress Biola Bayo has announced her separation from her husband, Oluseyi whom she fondly refers to as her “ex-husband and baby daddy.
“The actress made the announcement via her social media handle, Instagram on her ex-husband’s birthday on Tuesday combining a heartfelt prayer with the painful truth of their separation.
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“Happy birthday to my ex-husband and my baby daddy,” Bayo began, offering prayers and well wishes.
“I pray that grace will abound unto you, I pray you find peace in all your ways, may God continue to light your path and bless you beyond your expectations in Jesus’ name.”
In the same breath, she confirmed what many had speculated but was never made public until now.”Yes, you heard me right!” she continued.
“My husband and I have been separated since April last year but we have decided to maturely and peacefully co-parent our dear son who means everything to us.”
The actress, known for her vibrant presence on screen and inspiring posts off it, admitted the journey has been far from easy.
“To everyone that feels disappointed, I’m sincerely sorry, I wished it worked but it’s better to stay alive to tell the story,” she wrote.
Bayo, the renowned actress who is also a television presenter did not shy away from opening up about her emotional battles, painting a vivid picture of the inner pain hidden behind her public smile.
“While I go about making other people happy in the day, my pillow is drenched with my own tears almost every night for the past 14 months,” she confessed, adding, “but I gain strength from Christ who loves me eternally and gave Himself for me.”
In a moving appeal, she urged her followers to embrace kindness, underscoring the silent battles many people endure privately. “Let’s learn to be kind to people, you have no idea what others are going through until they say it,” she said.
The actress concluded her message with a plea for prayers, as she navigates life as a single mother and continues her journey of healing.
Fans, fellow actors, and well-wishers have since flooded her social media pages with messages of support and encouragement, praising her courage for speaking out and handling the situation with maturity.
Biola Bayo’s openness has once again brought to light the pressures of public life, the complexities of marriage, and the strength it takes to move forward with grace.
