Popular media personality and actress Toke Makinwa has stirred widespread reactions after declaring that women have “no business” getting married in their 20s, arguing that many are still discovering themselves during that stage of life.
The outspoken broadcaster made the controversial remark during a recent episode of her podcast, Toke Moments, where she hosted reality TV star Tacha. Their conversation centered on relationships, marriage and the pressures many women face to settle down at an early age.
According to Makinwa, women in their 20s are often still growing emotionally, professionally and personally, making it difficult to make life-changing decisions such as choosing a lifelong partner.
“Women have no business getting married in their 20s… You don’t even know yourself yet,” she said.
She went further to claim that many women who married early now regret rushing into marriage, even if they have remained in those relationships.
“Those who did are regretting it now. Even those who are still married, if they are being honest, they will tell you that they shouldn’t have rushed it,” Makinwa added.
Her comments immediately sparked conversations across social media, with many Nigerians sharing mixed opinions. While some agreed that personal growth should come before marriage, others argued that there is no perfect age to settle down and that successful marriages depend more on maturity than age.
Joining the discussion, Tacha shared a saying she learned from her mother about marriage, suggesting that people often view it differently depending on their situation.
“My mum says marriage is like an institution. Those inside want to get out, those outside can’t wait to get in,” the reality star said.
The podcast episode has continued to trend online, reigniting debates about societal expectations, career goals, emotional maturity and the right time to get married.
As reactions continue to pour in, Makinwa’s comments have once again placed the spotlight on the evolving views of modern relationships and marriage among young Nigerians.
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