Nigerian Comedian, Odeh Ajiri Princewill has opened up on his marital journey as he revealed that he met his wife in a radio station and fell in love with her innocence.
During a recent interview with Punch, the comedian revealed that his first two years of marriage were a total night mare. See interview below;
How did your love story begin?
I was hosting a programme at the radio station where I freelanced when she came in for a voice-over. I saw this fine babe where she was seated in one of the studios away from me. I could see her from where I was because the rooms were demarcated by glass walls and the sharp eyes the Lord gave me helped me to see far. So, the man of God went to the daughter of Zion to say, hi (laughs).
What were your first impressions when you saw her?
She was naive and innocent; Lagos boys have not spoilt her. I also saw that she was cute and respectful.
What event convinced you to begin the marital journey?
Every event that transpired between us sealed my conviction to marry her. The times we attended events and church together, among others, convinced me to pop the question.
What event made your wedding day memorable?
That would be the ‘Couple’s First Dance’. It was a special moment for just the two of us.
How has the marital journey been?
Unlike most marriages, the first two years of our marriage were hell. A few months after our wedding, my wife gave birth to our son and a month after his birth was the COVID-19 lockdown. Due to the nature of my job, which can mostly only happen in a crowd, I became jobless for almost a year. Since my wife was just delivered of our baby, she could not resume work, this led to a lot of quarrel, argument and fight due to the pressure we were facing. But now, we can say, to God be the glory.
How have you been able to balance your career and home?
I have tried my best to keep them apart. My job is event-oriented, so I get to stay home (when I don’t have one) mostly with family and it’s been beautiful.
What has been the best part of your marriage so far?
The best part so far was when we had our son. He came out looking exactly like me and carrying a lot of my sweet traits. He’s been a blessing to us.
What is the best part of being married in general?
The best part of being married is having someone to run to in every situation. There is a bond that is formed when one knows one’s spouse is family and on a higher level than one’s childhood family.
What’s your advice to young people planning to marry?
Take your time and build; allow each other to make mistakes and learn from them. Also, be prepared for the storm and anticipate it so that you’re not taken by surprise. Deliberately love and create loving moments with your partner and put Jesus at the centre.