US-based Nigerian dancer and singer Korra Obidi has revealed how opening up about her struggles helped her scale through the challenging aftermath of her divorce from American estranged husband Justin Dean.
In a recent interview with BBC News Pidgin, Obidi reflected on the emotional toll of the separation, which made headlines in 2022 shortly after the birth of their second child.
When asked by the host about the hardest part of the divorce and how she rebuilt her self-confidence, Obidi emphasised the power of vulnerability and community support.
“Open up to your people. If e happen, I dey share am, e dey reduce the pain. But if e happen and you keep am, na you go explode,” she said in Pidgin English.
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She continued: “I dey open my mouth, dey share. Some people call am over sharing, me I say na surviving. My people don save my life so many times. Today wey I get ability to stay with my children? Na my people, na my fans.”
Obidi, known for her energetic dance videos and music, has often credited her online community for providing emotional and financial support during tough times. The dancer, who shares two daughters – June and Athena – with her ex-husband, appreciated how her fans played a crucial role in her recovery and ability to provide for her family.
The couple’s marriage ended amid public accusations, including claims of infidelity, but Obidi has since focused on her career and motherhood.
