Nigerian Woman Divorces UK Husband After Months of Abuse

A young Nigerian woman, Edna Joseph, has gone viral after sharing her heartbreaking story of abuse that led to the end of her marriage in the United Kingdom.

According to Edna, she moved to the UK for her husband shortly after their wedding, despite never meeting any member of his family. In contrast, she had introduced him to nearly all of hers before relocating. Unfortunately, just two months after settling in the UK, her dream of a happy marriage turned into a nightmare.

“Two months after moving here, he punched me several times on the face, strangled me, and I thought I was going to die,” Edna painfully recounted.

She revealed that the abuse was not only physical but also verbal and emotional. She was repeatedly insulted with degrading names such as “btch,” “monky,” “Nigerian scammer,” and “animal.” Her ex-husband constantly mocked her appearance, called her unintelligent, and compared her unfavorably to others.

The situation worsened when she lost her father during the marriage, yet continued to endure more abuse.

“He told me my hands looked like a monkey’s. That I was too dark. He slapped me again even as I was grieving my father’s death,” she shared.

Edna eventually found the courage to leave the toxic relationship. However, just two weeks after moving out, her husband filed for divorce.

“He told me, ‘When you move out, you’ll be homeless. I have money, you don’t.’ But I chose my peace. I may be starting from scratch with part-time work, but I’m happier and better now,” she said.

Now officially divorced, Edna has vowed never to return to an abusive relationship and is urging other African women not to remain silent about domestic violence.

“Physical, emotional, psychological—any type of abuse is non-negotiable. I will never live with an abusive partner. I posted this to encourage women who may be suffering in silence. For me, it’s a new beginning.”

Edna’s story has struck a chord with many online, sparking conversations about abuse, survival, and the importance of speaking out.