- Celebrity marriages are often quick to make the news for both positive and negative
- While others are lucky to find love twice, or even thrice
- Here are six Nollywood actresses who have found love again, despite their experiences with love
In the entertainment world, where everything is scrutinised and every relationship dissected, love can be both a blessing and a curse.
Nigerian celebrities often face pressure from the public when it comes to their personal lives and finding love, for many of them, may be a once in a lifetime thing.
However, amidst the challenges and heartbreaks, some celebrities have shown resilience, rediscovering love when least expected.
TheRadar gathered a list of Nollywood actresses who despite the heartbreak or betrayal they have faced in their lives, have found love again and are still in love.
6 Nollywood Actresses who have given love another chance
- Foluke Daramola
Foluke Daramola was married to Tunde Sobowale, the son of a former Lagos Commissioner for Education, in 2005. They had two children, Ibukunoluwa and Oluwapelumi, but divorced in 2008 due to domestic violence and infidelity. Daramola has publicly discussed the abuse she endured, which started on her wedding night. She found love again in 2013 when she married Kayode Salako, a politician and businessman and have been together for 11 years.
- Mercy Aigbe
Mercy Aigbe has had a rough marital history. She has been married three times. Her first marriage ended in divorce due to tribal issues with her mother-in-law. Her second marriage was to Lanre Gentry in 2013. This marriage produced a son, Olajuwon, but ended after five years due to allegations of domestic violence and infidelity. The actress is currently married to Kazim Adeoti, a well-known Yoruba movie marketer.
- Iyabo Ojo
Iyabo Ojo was previously married to Ademidun Ojo, with whom she had her two children, Festus and Priscilla. She has since found love with Paul Okoye, also known as Paul O, a talent manager. They met when he sent her a direct message on Instagram. Despite her initial reluctance to date someone in the entertainment industry, Paul O's persistence won her over. They share a deep bond, often expressing their affection publicly. However, Iyabo has stated that they do not plan to marry.
- Stephanie Okereke Linus
Stephanie Okereke Linus was married to former Nigerian footballer Chikelue Iloanusi in 2004. However, this marriage faced significant challenges and was eventually annulled in 2012. Currently, Stephanie Okereke is married to Linus Idahosa, an entrepreneur and CEO of Fahrenheit Global Security Solutions and founder/Group Chief Executive of the prestigious Del-York International. They tied the knot in a private ceremony in Paris, France, on April 21, 2012. They recently celebrated their 13th wedding anniversary.
- Biodun Okeowo
Biodun Okeowo was allegedly in a relationship with a man who fathered her two children, Ayomide and Ifeoluwa. Although it wasn’t confirmed that they married formally, she often refers to him as her husband. Biodun Okeowo is now married to Adeniyi Olabiyi.
- Toyin Abraham
Toyin Abraham’s first marriage was to Adeniyi Solanke, a UK-based Nigerian businessman, from 2010 to 2011. Her second marriage was to a fellow Nollywood actor, Adeniyi Johnson in 2013. This marriage also ended in 2015 due to allegations of infidelity on Johnson’s part. The actress found love again in the arms of Kolawole Ajeyemi, another Nollywood actor.
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Meanwhile, TheRadar earlier reported on five Nollywood movies to be released in July. The roster of titles for the month features everything from intriguing thrillers to melting romances, heart-racing action, and more.
Some of the movies include House of Ga'a, The Beads, and Wrong Number.