Lola Idije Advocates for Late Marriage and Single Mothers

Veteran Nollywood actress Toyin Afolayan, popularly known as Lola Idije, spoke on the Africanlist Podcast about the pressures young women face regarding marriage. She warned against the societal expectation for women to marry early, stating that some women are destined to marry in their 40s or 50s.

Idije defended single mothers, emphasizing that many are in that position due to circumstances beyond their control and that raising children alone does not equate to irresponsibility. She criticized the rush to marry off young women, arguing that early pressure can lead to poor life choices.

Idije also reflected on how motherhood transforms women, making them softer and more compassionate. Her comments aim to challenge the stigma surrounding single motherhood and the societal norms that dictate marriage timelines for women.