Yvonne Jegede, a Nollywood actress, has shared her thoughts on marriage, stating that she believes it is overrated.
The 42-year-old actress reportedly stated that she is not actively seeking a second marriage, but she is open to the notion if it comes spontaneously.
In an interview with Naija FM, Jegede clarified that many relationships change after marriage, with long-dating couples occasionally ending their relationship quickly.
She questioned whether marriage as an institution always makes relationships better, arguing that it frequently breeds intolerance.
It could be preferable, she suggested, to just meet someone you love and live together without getting married.
“I am open to remarriage if it occurs, but I am not looking for it,” she stated. I’ve learned to avoid saying “never.”
“I believe marriage is overvalued. Many people who dated for ten to fifteen years, got married, and then divorced within two to three years. There are moments when you question why these couples didn’t simply stay alone. Because a lot of intolerance arises when they add the marriage tag.
“I believe it is better to find the person you love and live with them.”
Remember that the actress and Olakunle Abounce Fawole were divorced in 2019 after less than a year of marriage.
She cited her ex-husband’s incapacity to manage the relationship and treat her with respect as well as financial difficulties as the causes of their breakup.
In previous interviews, Jegede acknowledged that she had been the primary provider during the marriage and expressed sorrow for putting love ahead of financial stability.
