Renowned celebrity stylist and designer Veekee James recently shared her painful journey of unrequited love and betrayal, revealing how she devoted her time and resources to a past relationship only to be deceived. During an open conversation with Pastor Bolaji Idowu at Harvesters International Christian Centre (HICC), Veekee recounted how she traveled from Akwa Ibom to Lagos as a young student, eager to support her then-boyfriend’s business dreams.
Veekee explained that her financial support went beyond casual generosity; she used her own money to stock a beauty shop for him and was even involved in setting up the business with his mother. Her boyfriend had offered her a share of the shop’s earnings, but she refused, giving out of pure love rather than expecting returns. However, despite her sacrifices, Veekee later discovered that he was cheating with multiple women — some of whom she unknowingly cooked for.
Reflecting on the experience, she shared, “I did so much, believing I was supporting a partner, but I’ve learned to let a man be a man.” Fans responded with empathy, offering advice and opinions on her experience.
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Fan Reactions:
@happie_fragrance commented, “When you overplay your role, you’ll face disappointment. Let a man take his own place in a relationship.”
@ovicshoppers added, “When we learn to let men be men, heartbreaks will reduce. Men are natural providers; take that from them, and you invite trouble.”
@taaatibg noted, “They say only women gold-dig, but we’re seeing different. Men need to love more than we love them.”
@legendary_debby quipped, “Setting up a man’s career for him…is that a new relationship goal?”
@queenjayhair humorously chimed in, “Her ex is probably setting up his own ring light now!”
In addition to sharing her heartache, Veekee also touched on her marriage to Femi Atere, proudly stating that her wedding to him would be her “first and last,” reinforcing her belief in enduring love. Fans praised her, saying, “This is how to love yourself first.”
