If I Knew, I Wouldn’t Have Started’ – Maria Chike Opens Up About Dating Married Man

In an interview with media personality Chude Jideonwo, she responded to allegations that she became involved with a man who was already married at the time their relationship began. Maria maintained that she was unaware of his marital status when they started dating.

She stressed that she has never intentionally interfered in anyone’s marriage and believes she is not obligated to share every aspect of her personal life with the public.

Maria added that she values honesty and prefers not to engage with speculation or unverified claims about her relationships.

The mother of two stated: “I wasn’t aware that he was married when we started dating. I don’t owe anyone details about my personal life. I’m not a saint or a role model; I’m simply being myself. Anyone who chooses to follow me does so by choice. I stand by my truth—I did not break up any marriage and I never would. As a woman, I understand how painful it is to be betrayed.”

The controversy first surfaced several years ago when social media users and public figures alleged that Maria was romantically involved with a married man identified as Kelvin Anene.

The situation intensified after a prominent celebrity accused her of taking his sister’s husband and made threatening remarks toward the woman involved, sparking widespread debate online at the time.