Veteran Nollywood actress Rita Edochie has begun the new week with a heartfelt message to married men, urging them to prioritise their wives and resist the fleeting temptation of side relationships.
Taking to her Instagram page, Edochie warned men not to mistreat their wives because of temporary attention from side chicks.
She emphasized how age catches up quickly and the thrill of infidelity easily fades; what remains is often regret and the painful realisation of the value of the woman they once took for granted.
Edochie emphasised that a wife is more than just a spouse—she’s a partner, friend, and confidante who stands by her husband through all of life’s highs and lows. According to her, the loyalty, love, and commitment of a wife should never be traded for a momentary fling.
In a lengthy post, she wrote:
“You don’t have to treat your wives badly because of a roaming side chick. In the nearest future, age will drop on your side; only then will you realise the value of that poor woman you mistreated.
Men, let’s get real! Don’t trade the love, loyalty, and commitment of your wife for a fleeting affair with a side chick. When the thrill fades with age—and it will—you’ll be left with regret and the realisation of the value of the woman you mistreated.
Your wife is your partner, your friend, and your confidante. She’s the one who stands by you through thick and thin, through triumphs and failures. She’s the one who builds a life with you, who shares your joys and sorrows.
Don’t let anyone break what you share. Don’t let the temptation of a side chick undermine the foundation of your marriage. Prioritise your relationship, nurture your love, and cherish your wife.
The future may be unpredictable, but your commitment to your relationship shouldn’t be. Choose to invest in your marriage, to build a strong and lasting bond with your wife. When the side chick’s interest fades, your wife will still be there—and you’ll realise the value of the love you’ve been given,” Edochie wrote.
