A Nigerian woman, Dzeremo Bridget Timz Akeran, has formally apologized to her spouse following widespread public reaction to a social media joke in which she claimed he had regretted their union 89 times across seven years of marriage. The clarification was issued on Sunday, November 1, 2026, after her initial lighthearted remark drew heavy scrutiny and was interpreted by many readers as a genuine reflection of marital distress.
Initially, Dzeremo had posted online, "Omo! They don regret marrying me for the 89th time in 7 years," a statement that quickly gained traction across digital platforms. However, recognizing the seriousness with which her husband and the public received the statement, she deleted the original post and released a formal retraction, explaining that the remark was entirely meant as a joke without malicious intent.
What led to the public apology?
"PUBLIC APOLOGY TO MY HUSBAND AND THOSE OF YOU THAT TOOK MY JOKE FOR MY TRUE LIFE STORY. I want to sincerely apologize for a post I made earlier about my marriage," Dzeremo wrote in her statement.
She acknowledged that she failed to consider how the statement would resonate publicly, particularly regarding the sensitivity surrounding marital commitments. She emphasized that her husband, whom she described as a good man, took the comment seriously because matrimonial bonds should not be subjected to public mockery.
Why did she clarify her stance on social media?
Reassuring her followers of the stability of her home, Dzeremo noted that her partner has consistently demonstrated affection and commitment throughout their time together. "He has never made me feel unwanted. He loves me and I love and respect him so much. My post was misleading and I take full responsibility for it," she added.
Concluding her address, she urged members of the public to disregard the previous commentary, confirming that the offending post had been taken down and pledging to exercise greater caution regarding the nature of content she shares online in the future.