In Nollywood, where whirlwind romances and high-profile breakups often make headlines, veteran actress Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde stands as a beacon of enduring love and commitment.
The screen icon, affectionately known as “Omosexy,” recently opened up in a heartfelt interview on the Afropolitan podcast. She declared boldly: “Divorce is not an option for me.”
Omotola Jalade tied the knot with Captain Matthew Ekeinde on March 23, 1996, at the age of 18. The couple, blessed with four children (two sons and two daughters), has built a life that many envy. 
“I’ve been married to him now 30 years. I’ve never fought over a girl, you know?… He doesn’t disturb me. If I have to go to my work, I go to my work. I come back. He trusts me totally. I trust him.”
Her husband, she says, is “very selfless” and has “no ego.” The kind of freedom and security every person dreams of.
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Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde is Not Anti-Divorce
Omotola wasn’t preaching a one-size-fits-all sermon.
“Divorce is not an option for me. It doesn’t mean it’s not an option for you. Let’s get that straight. I’m not against divorce. I just always believe marriage is a very personal thing,” she said.
She emphasised that every marriage is unique because every person and every story is different. After three decades together since she was a teenager, their bond runs so deep that external “penetration” or disruption feels nearly impossible. They’ve grown together, built history, and created a partnership rooted in aligned goals and unwavering knowledge of each other.
“I’ve actually known him all my life. I know his good habits, I know his bad habits; he’s like a brother, though, at this point. I almost don’t know what he will do at this point that will make me dislike him to the point of hate,” she said
Even if I decide to walk away from this relationship tomorrow, which I think will never happen. But even if it ever happens… there’ll be a problem. Because the next woman, wife or anybody or girlfriend will have to deal with me. I’m still gonna be in his life…I’m too close to him to just go, and he can’t get rid of me either,” she added.
She believes that if any other person feels physically or mentally threatened, after trying everything possible, a divorce is okay too.
The film industry in Nigeria is filled with pressures of fame, long shoots, and travel. All these, including public scrutiny, can test even the strongest bonds, but Omotola and her pilot husband have thrived. She credits their success to deep mutual trust, respect, and a partnership free from ego clashes.
This nuance is refreshing in a world of black-and-white social media debates. She was not judging anyone else’s journey—she was simply sharing what has worked for her union.
As a Nollywood legend with iconic roles in films like Blood Sister and many others, Omotola is also a philanthropist, mother, wife, and now, an inspiration for building lasting love in the spotlight.
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