Isime advised intending couples to be financially stable to a certain extent before tying the knot and raising kids.
By Kehinde Okeowo
Nigerian movie star and model Nancy Isime has said money plays a crucial role in relationships and marriages, insisting, “Marriage is not a poverty alleviation scheme.”
The Nollywood actress made this known while appearing as a guest on the latest episode of the Tea With Tay podcast.
Isime said she does not believe a woman can live a fantastic life if she marries a poor partner.
While admitting that there could be love without money, she explained that financial pressure can deprive poor couples of the joy of marriage and family.
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Speaking on the show, she said, “Marriage is not a poverty alleviation scheme, but I don’t believe marrying a poor man can make you happy.”
Isime added, “When rent is due, school fees can’t be paid, and there is no food in the house, it is difficult to have a fantastic life.
“I am not saying there is no love without money. But love and a fantastic life are not the same.”
The thespian further advised intending couples to be financially stable to a certain extent before tying the knot and raising children.
