Nigerian Woman Says She Is Free After Divorce From Eight-Year Abusive Marriage
A Nigerian woman has announced that her divorce is final after eight years in what she described as an abusive marriage. She said she chose to leave in order to live and felt immense relief when she received her divorce decree, one year after their separation. She reflected on confronting the childhood trauma and beliefs about love that she said influenced her decision to remain in the relationship. She said the healing process has required honesty, self-awareness and accountability. While describing divorce as painful, she urged women experiencing abuse not to lose themselves in relationships that intentionally cause harm. She stressed that love should not hurt and encouraged them to prioritise their safety and wellbeing.
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