Ifeoma Okoye, the new wife of Nigerian singer Paul Okoye, has addressed the online reactions to her husband’s birthday post for his ex-wife, Anita Okoye. Ify, who welcomed their daughter Imani just a few weeks ago, clarified that she had no issues with Paul celebrating his former spouse’s birthday on social media.
On November 8, Paul Okoye, one-half of the famous Nigerian music duo P-Square, shared a birthday tribute to Anita on his Instagram page, despite their divorce. The post, which featured a picture of Anita, was met with mixed reactions from fans, with some wondering how Ify felt about the public gesture.
During a Q&A session with her followers on social media, Ify was asked how she felt about her husband wishing his ex-wife a happy birthday. Responding to the question with calm confidence, Ify made it clear that she did not find anything wrong with Paul’s actions.
“Ain’t nothing wrong with that. I mean, he wished her a happy birthday… is that supposed to be a bad thing?” Ify said, emphasizing that there was no reason for anyone to view the birthday wish negatively.
Her response reflects a sense of maturity and understanding, as she indicated that Paul’s gesture was simply a cordial and civil way of acknowledging Anita’s special day, without any ill intentions.
In addition to addressing the birthday post, Ify also responded to a question about her relationship with her stepchildren. The newlywed mother expressed that she was committed to being kind and supportive to Paul’s children from his previous marriage to Anita.
Fans have often been curious about the dynamics between Ify and Paul’s children, especially after the couple’s highly publicized wedding and the birth of their daughter. However, Ify’s comments suggest she is focused on maintaining a positive and loving environment for everyone in the blended family.
As Paul and Ify settle into their new life as parents, the couple seems to be focusing on maintaining peaceful and respectful relationships with all parties involved, including Anita, as they navigate their respective roles in one another’s lives.
Ify’s mature and diplomatic response to the situation has earned praise from fans, many of whom admired her ability to address potentially sensitive issues with grace.