Juliana Olayode, a Nollywood actress, has supported women who wish to get married, saying that this does not indicate a lack of purpose or desperation.
The actress made the comments in a post on her Instagram page, arguing that women ought to be allowed to live their own lives without fear of repercussions.
Olayode believes that women who are contentedly single or do not want to be married should be respected for their decisions, just as those who do should be free to express their desire without fear of repercussions.
She argued that not all women who desire a husband are desperate, emphasising that a woman’s ambition or accomplishments are not diminished by her excitement about marriage.
She added, “Wanting to get married is not a personality disorder.”
The actress pointed out that many people still see marriage as a lovely relationship and aspire to have one, despite the fact that some marriages end tragically and the institution has difficulties.
Olayode also related an event at a hairdresser where she heard some women berating another woman for saying she wanted to be married.
She claimed that after sharing her thoughts during the conversation, she saw humour in the circumstance after seeing a “BRIDE” bikini that a friend had given her in 2024.
The actress pointed out that while people are free to decide that marriage is not for them, those who want to get married should have the same freedom.
The actress went on to say that women might strive for a variety of goals in life, such as friendship, family, marriage, career success, financial security, and faith.
Olayode ended her speech with the words, “Up Love! Up Marriage!” and wished everyone who aspires to marry a happy marriage.