Nollywood actor Linc Edochie has sparked reactions online after publicly celebrating May Edochie, the estranged wife of his brother, Yul Edochie, on her birthday.

Linc marked May’s birthday on Wednesday, with an Instagram tribute in which he described her as a smart, efficient and hardworking mother and entrepreneur.

He also prayed for God to continue to bless and protect her, but what caught the attention of social media users was the name he used for her in the post.

Linc referred to her as “Ambassador Queen May Yul Edochie,” retaining the Edochie surname at a time when developments surrounding her marriage to Yul have remained a subject of public interest.

The actor’s warm tribute made no reference to the reported differences between May and Yul, instead focusing on his admiration and goodwill towards her.

The post has since generated reactions from followers, with several users commending Linc for publicly acknowledging May and maintaining a cordial relationship with her despite the circumstances surrounding the family.