Fashion entrepreneur Veekee James has revealed the emotional turmoil she faced after her October 2023 wedding, when online trolls falsely accused her of “snatching” her husband, Femi Atere, from a friend.
The claims, including allegations of a pre-marriage affair, took a toll on Veekee’s mental health, bringing her close to depression. She recalled crying for days and isolating herself, overwhelmed by the false narratives.
Turning to her faith, Veekee prayed for strength and guidance, crediting her recovery to divine intervention, which she described as a “miracle.” Since then, she has developed a thicker skin, learning to ignore negative comments, prioritize her well-being, and focus on raising future children to be role models.
Veekee James said:
“There was one story that really shook me. That was the period we had to ask God to help us come out of it. And as soon as we did, that was the end.
“They said I stole him from a friend and that we were sleeping together. So many of those things were lies. It almost put me in depression. For the first time, I understood what people who face depression feel.
“I remember locking myself in my room for two days, crying and praying. I told God, you know the stories. If they are lies, help us get through this without it ruining my brand.
“I waited on God for days, and the way He brought me out felt like a miracle. I’ve heard different stories before, and it’s usually easy to laugh about them. My brother advised me not to read the comments, but I did, to understand why I was trending and where I might be overdoing things.
“I ask God to guide me. Honestly, I don’t plan to make videos with my kids where I try to hide them. I want to raise children who will be role models in society.”
