Wendy Osefo Clarifies She Voluntarily Stepped Down From Wesleyan University Before Her Fraud Charges Went Public

Wendy Osefo

Wendy Osefo Clarifies She Voluntarily Stepped Down From Wesleyan University Before Her Fraud Charges Went Public

Dr. Wendy Osefo is setting the record straight about her departure from Wesleyan University, clarifying that she was not fired but chose to resign.

In a statement to PEOPLE on Tuesday, Oct. 14, a spokesperson for “The Real Housewives of Potomac” star said, “Contrary to recent media reports, Dr. Wendy Osefo was not terminated from a faculty position at Wesleyan University. She formally submitted her letter of resignation prior to any public announcement made by the university.”

The rep added, “Dr. Osefo made the voluntary decision to step down from her role. This decision was made independently and communicated directly to the university before any external reports surfaced.”

A spokesperson for Wesleyan University confirmed her exit, stating, “Wendy Osefo is no longer an employee of Wesleyan University. She resigned from her position.”

Osefo and her husband, Eddie Osefo, were arrested last week and face 16 charges, including seven felonies connected to alleged fraud.