Juliana Olayode Backs Women Who Want Marriage, Says 'Wanting to get married is not a personality disorder'

Nollywood actress Juliana Olayode has spoken up for women who sincerely desire marriage, stating that "Wanting to get married is not a personality disorder." She said a woman's wish to become a wife does not mean she is desperate, has lost herself, or lacks purpose. In a post on Instagram, Olayode said women who do not want marriage, or who are happy being single, should be free to make their own choices. She added that women who do want marriage should likewise be allowed to express that wish without being shamed. She said not every woman looking for a husband is desperate, and that being eager to become a wife does not make a woman less ambitious or mean she has nothing else going on in her life. Olayode noted that marriage can be difficult and that some marriages end in painful ways, but some people simply see marriage as beautiful and want to experience it. The actress also recalled giving an unsolicited opinion at a salon after hearing some women shame another woman for wanting to get married. She said she later found a "BRIDE" swimsuit that a friend had gifted her in 2024, which made her laugh because of the timing. Olayode added that people can choose not to marry or decide marriage is not for them, but they should let those who want it pursue it in peace. She further said some women want different parts of life, including faith, purpose, career, impact, money, friendship, family and a beautiful marriage. Olayode concluded by wishing everyone who desires marriage a good partner and a marriage worth the desire, adding, "Up Love! Up Marriage!"