Veteran Nollywood actress Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde has cautioned couples to carefully evaluate their relationships if they face consistent rejection from their partner’s family.
Speaking during an appearance on The Morayo Show, recently shared on YouTube, the actress explained that while love is important, family support plays a significant role in the long-term success of a marriage.
Omotola encouraged individuals in such situations to make sincere efforts to build understanding and bridge gaps with disapproving relatives. However, she acknowledged that in some cases, resistance may be deeply rooted in prejudice, ethnic bias, or preconceived opinions that may be difficult — or even impossible — to change.
According to her, some families may form judgments based on background, tribe, or personal assumptions, making acceptance unlikely regardless of efforts made. While she admitted that certain relatives may eventually soften their stance, she warned that such acceptance can sometimes be unstable.
The actress emphasized that marriage on its own comes with unavoidable challenges and responsibilities. Entering into it without the backing of extended family, she said, can add unnecessary strain to an already demanding lifelong commitment.
She advised couples to think carefully before committing to a union where hostility from in-laws is persistent. In her view, starting married life without a supportive environment may lead to a more difficult journey.
Omotola concluded by noting that while love is a foundation for marriage, strong support systems are equally essential. Couples, she suggested, should reflect deeply on whether they are prepared for the added pressure that ongoing family opposition may bring.