Nollywood veteran Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde has advised couples encountering resistance from a partner’s family to handle the situation with patience and understanding, rather than ending relationships abruptly.
She, however, warned that unions might need to be reconsidered if opposition remains unyielding.
In an interview on The Morayo Show, shared on YouTube on Wednesday, the actress encouraged couples to make genuine efforts to win over relatives, explaining that initial disapproval often stems from biases or preconceived notions.
“But, through life, through life, as a Omotola, I would advise that if the families of the spouse don’t like you, try everything you possibly can to make them understand you. But there are some parents that are just hell-bent on not going to like you,” she said.
Omotola further noted that some relatives form their opinions based on ethnicity or personal prejudice, making acceptance extremely difficult.
“There is nothing you’re going to do. They already have prejudices, you know, they’ve decided that maybe they don’t like you because you’re from a particular place in Nigeria or the world, or they already have their own opinions,” she explained.
She cautioned that even families who appear to change their minds may return to hostility, adding that marriage is already a demanding journey without unsupportive in-laws.
“Some might change their mind, even that is dicey, because it means that they might change it again. But my advice is truly, it’s not worth it. Marriage in itself is already an institution where you’re going to face a lot. It’s a lifetime journey,” she said.
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Prompt News reports Omotola concluded by urging couples to carefully evaluate relationships where familial hostility persists, emphasizing the importance of having support from both sides.
“So why do you want to start with people that already have some type of, you know, against you? You want to go in, in love, because every step of the way you’re going to need support. So if these people are not going to support you from the beginning, you’re going to have a very rough journey. If that’s the life you want, then good luck and go for it,” she said.
