Nigerian music executive and talent manager Ubi Franklin has shared how the collapse of his marriage pushed him into depression, revealing that he attempted suicide several times despite enjoying a successful career.
In a video posted on his Instagram page, Franklin said he decided to speak about his experience to encourage others facing emotional struggles and to remind them that difficult moments can be overcome.
Reflecting on his failed marriage to actress Lilian Esoro, the music executive said he struggled with embarrassment and emotional pain after the relationship ended, even though he believed he had done nothing wrong.
According to him, the situation became so overwhelming that he considered ending his life on more than one occasion.
“I went through some crazy depressing positions. I remember one time I bought a red CL, and I drove that car to the Third Mainland Bridge to go and commit suicide.
“The only luck I had was my cousin brother Omini Stitches that came to save me. Several times I had tried to commit suicide, Omini saved me. Because I was so embarrassed, I don’t know what to do. I felt like what have I done to deserve all of this. I have a good career going for myself. I have like the biggest artist in the country at the time. Everything was fine, so I just felt like it was time for me to settle down.”
Prompt News reports Franklin said that although he still cannot fully explain why the marriage ended, time has helped both of them move forward.
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He revealed that he and Esoro now maintain a healthy relationship as co-parents and continue to work together in raising their son.
“So, sometimes I always feel like this relationship did not work it was just meant to be that way. Till today I can’t really explain exactly what transpired, but we’re now very good friends. We co-parent very well, we celebrate events of our son.
“So sometimes, I have always believed that regardless of all the pain, the best result that I got from that was my son. And she’s still doing very well. Any opportunity I ever have to support her, I always do it to the fullest and I pray that she continues doing well.
“The lesson I want you to learn from this is, I don’t want you to think that when something happens sometimes with the human being, you have to hate the human being. No, that’s not the case. Sometimes it is just an opportunity for you to learn from the process and keep it moving.”
Franklin’s emotional account has since sparked conversations online about mental health, depression and the importance of seeking support during difficult periods.
