Nollywood star Omoni Oboli is making headlines for her sincere advice to young women, especially those pursuing careers in film. In a recent chat with Instablog9ja, the actress and filmmaker opened up about the importance of marrying the right person—and her words are resonating with many.
When asked what she would tell a young actress thinking about marriage, Omoni didn’t hesitate. In her words, “The first thing I would say is ‘marry someone who believes in your dreams and your goals’ because if you don’t, that would really derail you in terms of your career.” For the award-winning filmmaker, the man you marry can either build you up or slow you down.
She made it clear that material things aren’t what matter in the long run. “It’s not about how much money a man has or how many gifts he’s giving you or the trips he’s taking you on. Is he a kind person?” Her tone was firm yet gentle, driving home the message that emotional safety and support outweigh flashy romance.
According to Omoni, many women overlook kindness in the early stages of relationships, only to suffer later. “If he’s not kind, you’re really going to suffer later. So you have to be very sure that the man is going to support your dreams and goals. Make sure he is kind and if you get these two things right, everything else would fall in place,” she added.
Omoni Oboli also had a word for new mothers. She cautioned them about the dangers of early exposure to the internet. In her own words, “Make sure that you have your eyes on them because the internet is a very dangerous place. I wish all mothers would not give their kids devices early in life.”
Her advice, rooted in both personal experience and industry knowledge, is sparking reflection among young women navigating love, career, and motherhood.
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