Ronke Oshodi Oke: I Won’t Object If My Husband Marries Second Wife

Ronke Oshodi Oke: I Won’t Object If My Husband Marries Second Wife

 

Veteran Nollywood actress Ronke Oshodi Oke has said she would not oppose her husband taking a second wife, provided he has the financial capacity to cater adequately for both families and continues to treat his first wife with respect.

 

The actress made the disclosure during an interview with Behind The Fame TV, where she spoke about marriage, polygamy and the responsibilities of husbands towards their wives.

 

According to her, while she would accept her husband’s decision to marry another woman, she would not agree to live under the same roof with the second wife.

 

She explained that in the event of such a decision, her husband would be expected to provide separate accommodation for the second wife rather than bring her into the home she currently occupies.

 

“A man has to respect his wife because if he wants to marry a second wife, he should bring her home and introduce her to the first wife properly,” the actress said.

 

Oshodi Oke maintained that a woman should not necessarily create conflict with her husband simply because he decides to take another wife, particularly when he possesses the financial means to shoulder the responsibilities that come with a larger family.

 

“A wise woman should know that there is no big deal if a man marries a second wife, but the only thing is that I can’t stay in the same house together with the second wife,” she said.

 

The actress stressed that her primary concern would be her husband’s ability to provide for his responsibilities without neglecting his existing family.

 

“If my husband can take care of the second wife and he has the financial capacity, I see no reason he can’t marry a second wife,” she stated.

 

She further explained that taking another wife should not be an excuse for a man to abandon or reduce his financial and emotional responsibilities towards his first wife and their children.

 

“If marrying a second wife will not stop him from giving me money…” she added.

 

Her comments have drawn attention to the subject of polygamy, a practice that remains part of Nigeria’s social and cultural landscape, particularly in communities where plural marriage is traditionally or religiously recognised.

 

Oshodi Oke’s position, however, was accompanied by a clear personal boundary: she would accept the marriage but would not share the same residence with the second wife.

 

The actress also emphasised the importance of respect and proper communication between spouses, suggesting that a husband who chooses to marry another wife should handle the situation in a manner that protects the dignity of his first wife.

 

Her remarks have since generated discussions among social media users and members of the public, with reactions reflecting differing views on polygamy, financial responsibility, marital respect and the rights and expectations of first wives.

 

Ronke Oshodi Oke: I Won’t Object If My Husband Marries Second Wife