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Friday 6 December 2013

Dear LIB readers: My new boss is my wife's ex

From a male LIB reader
I just found out that my new boss is the man my wife dumped a few years ago to marry me. The man was planning to marry her and saw her through her university days financially and also supported her family. We met during our NYSC, fell in love and got married shortly after. My woman handled the discharging of her ex codedly. Now 4 years into our marriage, there's a big issue. I just got this really good job and my direct boss happens to be the man my wife dumped for me.
He knows who I am because he confronted me back when my wife left him for me, but since I started this job, he hasn't said anything to me but I noticed he excludes me from most of the activities that concern staff and I suspect he's trying to sabotage me. He hasn't done anything yet, I'm just worried that he has bad plans for me. Should I quit or should I wait to see what he's up to? I don't look forward to going to work at all.

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Anonymous said...

And so? Just do your job.

Anonymous said...

Don't quit! Don't kill urself b4 death comes.... just b deligent in ur job, have a clean heart n God will c u tru.....peace!

Anonymous said...

Apologise 4 wat??? Marrying his wife??? What's his offence?

Anonymous said...

wat goes around .....

Anonymous said...

Linnnnnnda!!!!!!!u must post my comment o.........there is no point quiting your job cos of a man,he is not God.If he was meant to b ur wife's husband nothing on earth cud av seperated them,not even ur own smartness.God is not a man.Be diligent with ur work and be careful who u share things with at d work place,he might even be much happier in his marriage(if he is married anyway)......d fear of man is d begining of foolishness,fear God and trust him alone..........Lindodo,post my comment oooo

Anonymous said...

Just keep going 2 work lyk u don't knw ur boss. Den make arrangements 4 another job cos ur mind CAN never b at rest still he stops being ur boss

Anonymous said...

Ppl like u come 2 dz blog 2 put up fake stories,go to nollywood or hollywood dey wil act it out 4 u nd tel u d conclusion.U tink al libers ar fool.Anyway some wil buy ur fake story.S..t talk.

Unknown said...

You knew the guy was nice to your wife who happen to be his Ex yet you broke a happy home. I pray he fires you ASAP. Karma has finally caught up with you. you though you were Maurice chestnut when you took a girl he invested so much on.

Anonymous said...

Don't worry ur WOMAN wei handle d discharging of her ex codedly go find another job 4 u HOTEDLY ..
I hope ur boss carries out what is in his mind IJN
If him no send her go university u go TALK to her. Talkless of marry
«Just me»DENKO

Anonymous said...

Sit him down n talk to him 1 on 1 and dont make the mistake of bringing ur wife into this. If he starts to pity u cos of her, he will eventually fuck her again sooner or later.

Anonymous said...

Better start searching for another job oooo ,if not ,b preparing to go to jail cos I know it won't stop at sacking alone.

Baddest guy.. said...

But seriously, what if your Boss was actually praying for this to happen..so he can repay back the bad your wife did to him..Best advise..Look for another job ASAP !!!

ejiwunmi said...

Omo see Gobe oti bo si nu Gobe

Norah said...

Dearie, its a complicated situation, I suggest you speak to your wife about it, pray fervently about it also because he may not have bad intentions towards you, but if you notice any bad blood from his end, pls quit....before its too late....

ayodeji said...

Dats easier said dan done

CU said...

START LOOKING FOR ANOTHER JOB!!! Don't quit yet...until u find another suitable one. He definitely doesn't have your best interest at heart.

@ChuchuAnochie said...

In my opinion, here are some tips that can help put you in good light within that environment regardless of his plans;

1. Don't attempt to clear the air, it would only stir up old feelings of angst and hate towards you.

2. Form work allies subtly, this way you can casually gain some inside info on discussions of the meetings you were not invited to

3. Create a false sense of Humility, this would be your co-workers to like you which might come in handy as his plans start to unravel, also as he might involve other people. Most importantly offer non-financial help readily to your colleagues

4. Find out where he eats and hangs during lunch time and happy hour, then avoid those places like a plague

5. Never outshine him, no matter what you do, always massage his ego. If need be make sure he takes the credit for your work but always leave your imprint for people to deduce whose work it is

6. Appear as a bit of a loser but not a whiner, using selective honesty and downplaying your achievements, your colleagues will not feel threatened by you, enmity which you don't need in an already uneven playing turf

7. Keep your hands clean and your mouth shut, never be "Switzerland" in any matter but never agree to someone's point of view, however offer understanding and acknowledgement that they have a fair point

The above, Prayers and Common Sense can help you gain some perspective of navigating your workplace,

Best of luck bro,

A fellow survivor under different circumstances :)

U*JAY said...

Kindly quit the job because there is nothing you do that will seem good to him... The earlier the better.

Unknown said...

Can't u talk it over wit him...think he shud understand that the woman wasn't meant for him. Be prayerful tho...he might even b d one to leave d job for u instead.

Anonymous said...

Mehn should I say karma, a lesson indeed. U and ur wife hav no concience at all. But who's facing d music now? My guy u don enter gbege. Thank God he hasn't sent u to jail but b ready though . But guy u no try at all.

Apple said...

Run for your life! I hope you know that it is only when you are alive that you can work???

Anonymous said...

Pray fervently and put him into prayers, dont quit... and if there's any confrontation... deal with it like a man. Remain professional at work. Final

Anonymous said...

try and make peace with him but if he is still acting up then fuck him be a man and face him nothing dey happen

Anonymous said...

He is just your direct boss, not the overall boss. approach management and let them know about this issue and then talk to him to see if you sense any danger? is he married now.. find out? so Management can either move you to another department or incase he sets u up, they know he acted in contempt.

brina said...

Bros kindly start searching for another job or better still start serious prayers because if you decide to have a talk with him..you might be going in for more than what you're bargaining for!!!

Sidi said...

Use all your energy and prayers to look for work elsewhere, bcos 1 thing is certain, u are leaving that job! Either now, on your own terms, or later, after set up and public disgrace. the choice is up to you.

Anonymous said...

Som women sef! My dear i sugst u quit esp if d man is nt married, wot ur wyf did ws very wrng n un4getabl in any man's memory, n u remind him of it evrydy he coms 2 wrk n c u. N snc u said hiz bn xcludin u frm staff meetins dat mins he has nt 4givn ur wyf n is redy 2 take it out on u, plz quit, bt if hz alrdy married den jst pray okay. Linda u no dey post my comnt again i stil ur goat??

MY TURN said...

KARMAAAAAAAAAAAA I WOULD HAVE HAD SOME PITY IF YOU DIDN'T KNOW HIM BUT HE CONFRONTED YOU BACK THEN, YOU KNEW THEIR STORY AND WENT AHEAD. ALL THE BEST BOO, ITS A LESSON TO ALL YOU ARE JUST A SCAPE GOAT

Justus said...

first for now continue with your job ensure you know what you are doing secondly observe his kind of person, he could actually be the person to help you,
he might just be a fair person who moves on, do not let fear take away your Luck but if he is the kind that could harm, u will know, run for your life, watch out for future activities if you happen to remain there, don't be too comfortable
Good luck

Anonymous said...

Find new job, she supported your wife financially and now you expect him to support you financially too..


I am sure he is seeking advice on what to do to you.

Anonymous said...

Did I hear you say they are not meant to be. When she is sponsoring your education and supporting your family you never know he is not right for you. If you did not graduate would you meet your corper husband. Ladies always forget who shielded them during tough time. Guy I will advise you to follow ur mind.

Unknown said...

You can't quit your job because you think he may want to sabotage you. Just try and play it cool, do your job to the best of your ability. If you can transfer to a different department, good enough. If not, try saving plenty o and keep applying for another job, so as not to be taken unawares if he is really setting you up for a dismissal.
In other words *this nah serious Gobe*

Anonymous said...

Hahaha!karma really is a bitch!apologise and quit.

Anonymous said...

Honestly speaking, you guys screwed up 4 years ago because your wife broke up in a "coded" manner (whatever that means). You knew and you didn't tell her to do it the right way. Well now is the time to make amends. Do not quit. Deal with it maturely and take as much crap as he can dish out in a mature manner. This is your chance to be the big person here. Just continue doing your job. If he continues and acts beyond reason then you need to talk to him about it and get it out of the way. You have to apologise on behalf of you and your wife, clear your conscience and see what happens after

Anonymous said...

Cock and bull story. Linda you are doing a great job to keep your blog interesting

Anonymous said...

Find a new job as soon as possible before the guy hits you below the belt. Remember it is easier to put resigned on your CV than dismissed or terminated. Think fast and act smart

Unknown said...

Na God dey punish you so,Monkey

Omolola Ogidan said...

Like the popular saying goes... KARMA IS A BITCH! Your wife used him and then dumped him for a younger guy (which is you)... now it seems you would pay the price!

ZeeZee said...

Firstly lets not be partial.... I suspect it's the boss that suffered in all this and not you (he probably felt used - or was even truly used sef) because your wife left him too quick after all his support for her - he was hurt. You are innocent yes but its hard for someone who's pained to see it- to him you are her accomplice- you poisoned her mind and wooed her away making her not see him the same again. *its life it happens* . I would advise you both to _act proffessional_ but we all know na wash if u say u go do am *COMPLICATIONS*

Unknown said...

Karma is a BITCH it's it? There is a saying that what goes around comes around and you reap what you sow. YOu were aware of her breaking up with the guy. In the name of Love, You watched her mess with someones heart after he had given her all the love, Moral and emotional support any man could give a lady. You said and did nothing even after he confronted you. Who knew things will turn around for him and NOW YOU?......... Well, God knows best.He has said HE IS THE BOSS ABOVE ALL BOSSES. Pray about it, and remind God that HE said....... Love conquers all and he has the final say over our lives. If you and your wife are much in love as you claim to be, Then the good Lord will fight and stand for you.
I Pray the Lord gives you the wisdom and understanding to pass through this fire IJN. Ask him to show you Mercy and his Grace will be sufficient for you.

I wish you the best.

Anonymous said...

This is the best solution. To err is human and to forgive divine. Yes, if the man and his wife were godly people they shouldn't have waited to be in this fix to ask for forgiveness. Both the girl and family that ate the man's money without shame nor conscience should apologize to him cos they did not only hurt him but defrauded him and played with his generosity. No amount of prayer can save him on this cos Christianity made room for restitution, repentance and humility. Ask for forgiveness man! U and ur wife n her entire family have wronged that man! U are an accomplice

LT said...

Seems this is u r boss.....coughs

Anonymous said...

Am with u on this

Anonymous said...

God has a great sense of humor.... Karma is a wat????Pele o!!!

Anonymous said...

Loverboy, U nd ur wife r to be blamed for dis, didn't u knw abou her story wit d man b4 marrying her! Oti wo gobe, dis cray linda if u like don't post my comment

Anonymous said...

Trust God , he ahase better plans for you . DO NOT RESIGN unless you feel led .

If he plans bad for u God will turn it around for your good, your boss did not give yoo the job , know that God wants to show his awesomeness dont listen to negatives... have a postitive mindset and dont be lazy at work.

God be with u

Anonymous said...

This is yet to be gobe you know. It's now gobe when this your new boss is a LIBer. Then you are in total gobe. What a hmm news

Anonymous said...

F C you made me laugh "ti e ti ba" very funny

Anonymous said...

Just start begging Linda to employ you because you will soon wish you never had that job.

Anonymous said...

Hey bro let's play tactical game here even though I knw linda cooked everything up....in situation like diz u nid understand his home,if his marriage is working perfectly well u r so lucky buh if d oda way round u r in 4 it(trouble)...Now let's play d game wit d 2nd assumption...1st of it all kip ur wife out of d whole scenario so as 2 avoid stirring emotions 4rm both end coz u can't predict woman too he's ur boss now and a lady that dumped him 4 u wit all d guddies she got 4rm him including her career via education cud switch bak especially if he's polite in his approach towards her most galz r weak coz dey must hv shared intimacy too(d once debe rule)... Then play fair wit every1 buh trust no 1 itz possible he decides not to hurt u himself buh plant sum1 else so to be on d safer side study d @mosphere,treat him wit respect 2 slow him down if he plans 2 harm u, d fact that dere's no ego tussle 'll weaken his planz....be d reserve 1 very close 2 d garrulous types dere 2 get info without telling them anytin abt d situation of tinz ...kip every details 4 scandal sake and always test d veracity of every move u r involved in(signature mostly). Lastly try if he has a boss too make sure u get his attention positively paint a figure of a well esteemed individual offering friendship(note don't be naïve) dat's handcuff...then on a concluding note pray fervently...Itz going to end well 4 sure...!*Oracle speaks'*

Anonymous said...

Sad, what about my own blood sister marrying my ex boyfriend, the painful thing is she kept denying it. That should be another topic Jare. Strange things happening these days oooooo

Anonymous said...

@ 4;05, please go back to school. Read and understand before you comment.

Anonymous said...

wahala don shele
just wait to see what he does don't quit and if he removes you from things be courteous don't get angry do your work so meticulously that if he tries to fire you it'll be obvious he has personal beef for you and then he will be in trouble
Love from Miami

Anonymous said...

So lindaa didn't post ma comment.. smh

Danie said...

The best thing for you to do is to have your wife go to meet him and ask for forgiveness(appeal to the man's sense of mercy, because he loved her once and probably still loves her, he is likely to forgive her), cos that was a criminal move she made. After she does that, you can then both go and ask for forgiveness and then, leave the rest to God. 2nd option my friend, is to get another job, I ho that's easy for you and lest you forget, you are the breadwinner.

Anonymous said...

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Anonymous said...

I sure day nah you be the boss sef! Why you dey shout. Thank God linda puts anonymous!! And to de man. Better fin work sharp sharp because this is gobe of life

Anonymous said...

Eeya, that's gobe for you mehn. pele





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Anonymous said...

If he is a man like me, who might have gotten a better woman than your wife, you need not worry. He will be man enough not to bother about little matters like this. Excelling in your work should be your top priority

Anonymous said...

Guy don't Eva tink of quiting ur job, don't u believe in God.who is he even Abacha self died on d sit of power wen he tink no one can reached him. Hold on to ur God.

Anonymous said...

Make sure you do your regular duties.he would isolate u to frustrate you.but can't set you up.tell a few worthy colleagues bout how you met him.

Anonymous said...

Obviously he ain't the company CEO....he only a departmental boss.just do as I said.telk a few persons.do your works dnt get frustrated and ask God for forgiveness so he can help you.

Anonymous said...

Omo see Gobe! Karma is a big ass biattttch! Lol @ Gobe in French and swahili... Hehe

Princesss Dee said...

Go n prostrate for the man.....

Anonymous said...

what if the new boss (ex lover) is the owner of the company? who will u report to?
Just try and do your job. If i were u , i will be glad he is excluding me from stuffs that will make us both be in the same room at the same time. BE GLAD ABOUT THAT! He knows who u r very very well...He remembers the same encounter.... don't think for one moment you are that anonymous. for the fact he has not shown u his real anger shows he has out grown the heart break and has moved on with his life.
what you should be asking ya self is what were his prayer points(of distress) when his babe left him for you? Was he attending MFM or all dis churches that do some strong strong prayers/things wey u sef go fear as u de hear/ pray am? I am actually loln just thinking about his prayer points towards you and ur wife.
This should be a lesson to all. Be kind to whoever you meet on your journey to open doors and opportunities. For the people u meet when climbing the ladder of success are the same people u will meet on your way down. So be KIND, RESPECTFUL, GOOD,COMPASSIONATE.... Even to the least of people (by your own assessment).
These virtues are not difficult. They should by now by your way of life. (it is hammered every day in church for crying out loud). FEAR GOD PEOPLE> HE SAYS VENGEANCE IS HIS...AND HIS ALONE>

Anonymous said...

GUY, IT IS WELL WITH YOUR SOUL! IF NA YOU , YOU GO GREE MAKE PERSON CHANCE YOU? CHOI! YOU BETTER PRAY LIKE NEVER BEFORE AND LOOK FOR SOMETHING ELSE TO DO..ORI OKE IKOYI, OKE ERIMO DEY , OKE OSHOGBO DEY . WITH DRY FASTING FOR 51 DAYS ..TI E BA E!

Anonymous said...

@Anon 2:55 which kind karma ko? Na him ask d girl to jilt d guy that paid 4 her fees n marry him?

Anonymous said...

Karma is a bitch!!!!

Anonymous said...

You just got dealt a shitty hand

young conscience said...

Yea you're right. Major plans... But not good ones! HE'S TOAST!!! To put it mildly

Anonymous said...

Jst pray about it and don't ever bring the matter up between you two

Anonymous said...

Just resign. There will be other jobs

Unknown said...

Plz dont quit the job, he might overlook the past.
Thank you.

Unknown said...

Hello my dear, please don't quit the job yet, he might overlook the past and thinking of what is gonna happen tomorrow.
Thank you,
Ayo

Unknown said...

Best laid plan nice novel the guy is dead

Anonymous said...

find a neu job man!

SLEEKREEK said...

Ur wife is a wicked person,,she is AFIBI SU OLORE.....y did she have to let that man go extra miles for her and her family when she knew deep down in her that she doesnt like him enof to marry him??? it is people like ur wife that needs this yoruba advice: MASE FI ENI BA OLA RE JE.....
Now her evil deeds is catching up with the two of you,,,u are here seeking advise fromn LIBers......u alone can decode the man's reaction towards you,,,so my advice to u: (1)meet the man one on one,plead with him to let go of his grievances against u .....(2)if u cant do the first,,quit the job......the truth is wether u beg him or not,,he will still be hurt as long as he keeps seeing you and bcos of dat the tendencies that he could get back to you cannot be completely over ruled.....

Rey said...

Well if he(boss) does anything wrong to you,I don't blame him..karma is a bitch.You knew she had a bf you convinced her to dump him because of you.This is what I hate in guys you know a lady is in a relationship una go convince am to breakup cos of you that's selfishness..now you 'll get dump at your working place he is your oga at the top.Why 'll a lady allow a guy to spend a lot of money on her when she knows she won't get married to him...

Anonymous said...

Go with ur wife n plead for forgiveness.after this step.keep on being careful.so that he'l nt set u up dat wil make ur wife to go bac to plead n from pleading.it'l result another thing dat wil break the marriage.why u r takin a step of askin for forgiveness. Look for another job

Anonymous said...

See dis lasmamugu,,did u read w@ e said,am sure u re sittin on ur brain,sombody sponsored a girl tru out institutn hopin 2 get settled wif her 4 a beta 2moro!! Den along came a dude & snatch her away!!!((Guy take several seat & chillout!!

Lucy said...



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Unknown said...

Ayam to young 4 dis #Bye-bye

Anonymous said...

Makes sense

Anonymous said...

Your wife caused the problem. Your wife can bring the solution.
If I were your wife, I will not tell you but I will arrange a meeting with your boss to talk things over. By the time Im done, I will know whether to tell you my husband to quit the job or to stay on. That is exactly what I would do. A wife is a helpmeet and I will step up to it. period.

Anonymous said...

This ur sitxn na mind chess game oh, but u should not blame urself or ur wife 4 ur dilemma.
In this ur sitxn, u should try 2 understand n accept certain things:

1) u should know that seeing u around will always make him feel like a mumu n seeing him there 2 will always creep u out, especially since he's ur boss. U know this feelings bw u two is based on his history with ur current wife n u know what, he'll do anything within his power 2 make u feel like a mumu 2. It's just a natural intinct bcos u'll feel same way 2 if u're in his shoes

2) u have 2 let ur trusted colleagues at ur work place know about d history of ur oga with ur wife, so they'll better understand why d oga no like u

3) u better have a plan B bcos normally, ur oga will want u 2 smell nyash 4 that place, so u should have a grand exit when things really nasty 4 u there


4)Most importantly, I hope this sutxn will make stop loving or think less of ur wife. U see it's a one one sitxn bw this ur oga n wife bcis when they were dating, probably ur oga was blown away by d sweet sweet pussy that ur wife was giving him that he was willing 2 sacrifice anything 4 her including paying for her school fees, so logically each of them gained something from each other 2 balance things out. But normally when a man starts giving a girl money, d guy starts thinking that he owns that chic 4 life, so ur wife was smart enough 2 understand a man's thought process, so she had 2 jilt him 4 her true love, n 4 someone who wouldn't just see her his possession or trophy, but for someone who would see her as a friend n lover n person is u.

Ur boss should just get over it n move on, but unfortunately most people can't get over such a shock in their lives.
Thread carefully at work my friend n good luck 2 u.

Anonymous said...

But come to fink of it U̶̲̥̅̊ said d man confront U̶̲̥̅̊ and tune him down and d man see her true in her skol U̶̲̥̅̊ cust ev erytin

Anonymous said...

Lolssss

Tarzan said...

This one na NOLLYWOOD MOVIE!!

Anonymous said...

U sound like a pained man

Anonymous said...

Hahahahaha. As in the guy no even know. Start looking for a job. It sounds like he said his wife and her Fam used the new oga. Sorry but revenge is a dish best served cold

Anonymous said...

My dear brother , dont quit your job. I urge you to be focused , do what you are supposed to do at work. Leave no stone unturned, be deligent at your service to the company so your employers can stand in for you incase of any misshaps. But if you continue to nurse this thought, it will be funny , you might end up loosing your job and also your wife. Women !!! This is a lesson for all , stay out of any issue your girlfriend/boyfriend , wife/husband have with their EX!!!

Anonymous said...

dat man is just waiting 4 de right time 2 enter

Anonymous said...

This story go soon get part 2

Unknown said...

Old things have passed away behold all is now new.
Put your best in your work and leave the rest to God.
Who told you that he is after you?
stop the victim mentality!!!

Anonymous said...

Find a new job as soon as possible before the guy hits you below the belt. Remember it is easier to put resigned on your CV than dismissed or terminated. Think fast and act sma

Anonymous said...

You see what oju kokoro has caused you? You knew she was planning to marry someone else before you wooed her. Abi? Marriage is for better for worse, so prepare for whatever comes from your new boss.

Anonymous said...

Hahahahahaha ds comment just killed me I swear!!!!

Kanani said...

Start job hunting

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