Roby Ekpo, a well‑known media personality, announced plans to file a petition with United States authorities alleging marriage fraud by his former wife, Mayowa Lambe. The development follows Lambe’s recent marriage to another man in the United States, which occurred without a formal divorce from Ekpo.
In a viral interview, Ekpo expressed surprise at Lambe’s new marriage and said he had previously assisted her travel to Nigeria. He maintains that Lambe remains legally married to him and cited a flight ticket he purchased for her during a recent visit to the country.
Lambe, represented by legal counsel, responded with a cease‑and‑desist notice demanding that Ekpo retract his statements, issue an apology, and pay N100 million (approximately US$250,000) in damages. The notice states that the marital relationship “mutually terminated” in May 2025, and gives Ekpo 48 hours to comply or face legal action.
Ekpo’s lawyers at Tap Legal Services contested the demand, describing the N100 million claim as “excessive, unfounded, and premature.” They argued that Ekpo’s comments were based on personal experience and were not malicious. The legal team also warned that they will present all relevant evidence in court should the dispute proceed.
Further, Ekpo’s counsel indicated an intention to submit the evidence, together with the petition, to U.S. immigration authorities, including the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). The letter to Lambe’s counsel reads: “Your letter contains an admission of some of our client’s claims, and he reserves the right to admit it in evidence in his petition to the appropriate US government authorities… Our client also reserves the right to seek declaratory and injunctive relief as may be necessary to protect his rights and interests.”
The dispute highlights the complexities of cross‑border marital arrangements and the potential legal ramifications when divorce proceedings are not finalized before a subsequent marriage. Both parties appear poised to pursue litigation, with the outcome likely to depend on documentary proof of marital status and the applicability of U.S. immigration regulations.
Further updates will be provided as the case develops and legal filings are made.
