- Chiwetalu Agu advises singles to prioritize their safety over staying in toxic or abusive marriages, stressing that marriage is not a “do-or-die” affair.
- He warns against peer pressure and advises those in toxic relationships to seek help or leave for their well-being.
- Agu urges background checks before marriage, highlighting the dangers of marrying for superficial reasons like appearance or societal expectations.
Veteran Nollywood actor, Chiwetalu Agu, has urged singles to prioritize their safety instead of staying in toxic or abusive marriages.
This comes in the wake of the ongoing controversy surrounding singer 2Baba’s divorce from his wife, Annie Idibia.
EKO HOT BLOG reports that in an Instagram video shared on Saturday, Agu cautioned the public about the dangers of peer pressure and the rush to marry, stressing that marriage should never be viewed as a “do-or-die” affair.
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He further advised individuals in abusive or toxic relationships to seek help or, if necessary, leave.
Agu stated, “Marriage is not a do-or-die affair. If you’re in an abusive relationship, or a toxic marriage, run for your life. If you’re unhappy, seek help or walk away. Divorce is better than rest in peace.
“I know some stay because of children or wealth, but remember, a woman was once burnt to death by her husband. Who will care for the children then—him or his family?
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“Before you marry, always do your background checks. Don’t marry because someone is beautiful or handsome—looks alone can lead to disaster.
“Never let societal pressure push you into a marriage that could cost your life.” Agu concluded his message with a prayer, asking for wisdom to avoid making life-threatening mistakes in the name of marriage.
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