Nollywood actress and film producer, Ini Edo, recently opened up about her single status at the age of 41 during an interview on Toke Makinwa's podcast, Toke Moments. In the discussion, Ini Edo shared that her decision to remain single stems from her desire for a genuine and loving partner.
Contrary to seeking extravagance, Ini Edo emphasized the importance of finding someone who can offer respect and protection. She expressed that, for her, a man's ability to provide protective energy and genuine respect is crucial. While acknowledging the presence of love, she distinguished between loving someone and being ready to commit to them.
According to Ini Edo, her choice goes beyond financial status; it's about a person's capacity to navigate and handle life's challenges. Notably, in an earlier interview, she addressed why men are afraid of successful women.
In her own words, "I am still single because I just want somebody that would really love me. That’s all. I’m not asking for too much. Not like I don’t see love. Loving somebody and being loved are two different things. You can love someone but you are not ready to be committed. Maybe this is why I’m still single: I can’t be in a toxic relationship."
"If you cannot give me that protective energy that allows me to respect you… I cannot be with a man that I don’t respect. If you cannot earn my respect, then we cannot be together. Because what’s the point?" she added. "When it gets to the point when I start to disrespect you, that means you have brought yourself down to a point where I begin to talk back at you. Sometimes, it’s not even about having money. It’s about how you are able to love and manage situations and the people around you. Kindness!"
The insightful interview sparked discussions on social media, with some sharing their perspectives on Ini Edo's thoughts. One Twitter user, [@afrisagacity], remarked on the actress's thought process, noting apparent contradictions in her justifications for remaining single.
I just listened to Actress Ini Edo talk about why “she’s still not married.”
I think she clearly didn’t get her thought process right. She kept contradicting herself in trying to justify her reasons.
In the video she said “I’m single because I haven’t found love.” She went on… pic.twitter.com/GjVzRi7kbh
— Obiasogu David (@afrisagacity) December 25, 2023
