28 years later: Gospel singer announces marriage has come to an end

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- Award-winning gospel singer Asu Ekiye announced on Facebook on Thursday, August 20, 2026, that his 28-year marriage had come to an end

- The singer revealed that the marriage had officially ended a year before his public announcement

- He explained that he chose to remain silent during that period, allowing himself time to gain perspective, find clarity and quietly come to terms with the end of the relationship

Renowned Nigerian gospel musician Asu Ekiye, known as the Prince of the Niger Delta, has publicly declared the end of his marriage to Kunemofa Asu after 28 years.

The announcement came via a Facebook post on Thursday, August 20, 2026, where Ekiye disclosed that the marriage had actually concluded a year earlier, but he waited to make this information public.

Ekiye shared, "After 28 years of a deeply personal journey of growth, experience, and reflection, I wish to announce, with a profound sense of sobriety and quiet resignation, that my marriage to KUNEMOFA ASU has come to an end."

According to a report published by YEN.com.gh, he elaborated on the importance of taking time for perspective and emotional clarity before addressing such a significant personal matter, aiming to communicate it with grace and dignity.

Closing a significant chapter

In his statement, the artist expressed that some chapters, no matter how significant, must eventually come to a close.

He framed the conclusion of his marriage not as a failure but as a natural progression in life's journey, saying, "I choose to close this chapter with grace, gratitude and dignity, while looking ahead to the possibilities of a new season."

The revelation has sparked considerable interest on social media, given the couple's long tenure and Ekiye's notable presence in the Nigerian gospel music scene.

The Facebook post of Asu Ekiye announcing the end of his 28-year marriage is below:

Social Media Reactions

A wave of reactions flooded in from followers after the announcement. Notable comments included:

Tari Oscar Ekadi said:

“Sir, with all due respect, you don't need public appraisal on your marital decision; this is something you would have done quietly rather than telling the world you're divorced. Divorce is obviously not a nice thing; love pairs are going their separate ways after 28 years of companionship.”

Awo Adutomvie Austin II wrote:

“Marriage that some of us are trying to enter; others are already coming out of it. It is well o.”

Obuma Oyafah questioned:

“Maybe this is a prank, because she was in Bayelsa State with you at your album launch, so how come, sir?”

Source: TUKO.co.ke

Reporting originally appeared via TUKO. Read the full source for additional context.