Roby Ekpo has opened up about the painful breakdown of his 11-year marriage, sharing a deeply personal account that has sparked widespread conversation about love, sacrifice, and emotional neglect in relationships.
Speaking during an appearance on the The Honest Bunch Podcast, Ekpo reflected on years he says were marked by commitment, long-distance strain, and unreciprocated effort. According to him, a significant portion of the marriage was spent apart while his then-wife, Mayowa, lived abroad for about six years a period he described as both financially and emotionally demanding.
He explained that despite earning modestly at the time, he consistently supported her, sending a large portion of his income overseas while also going out of his way to maintain emotional connection. From arranging flower deliveries through friends abroad to making repeated attempts at communication, Ekpo said he did everything he could to keep the relationship alive.
However, he claimed that communication gradually broke down, with calls going unanswered for days and interactions becoming increasingly distant. The emotional gap, he said, became even more obvious when she eventually returned to Nigeria. What was meant to be a joyful reunion turned into a cold and uncomfortable experience, leaving him feeling rejected and confused.
Ekpo also alleged that during her time abroad, certain boundaries were crossed, revealing that someone he believed to be just a flatmate was, in fact, romantically involved with her. He described the discovery as devastating, especially after years of loyalty and financial sacrifice.
According to him, the situation forced him to reassess everything he had invested in the marriage. He noted that it wasn’t until he stopped sending money abroad that he was finally able to make significant personal progress, including purchasing his first car.
The story has since resonated with many online, with reactions split between sympathy for his experience and broader discussions about accountability, communication, and balance in long-distance relationships. For Ekpo, the experience remains a painful chapter one that has left lasting emotional impact despite his efforts to move forward.
