Renowned singer Iyanya Onoyom Mbuk, popularly known as Iyanya, has offered his perspective on the institution of marriage, affirming that despite the prevalent divorce trend in the entertainment industry, he believes marriage is inherently “beautiful.”
In the latest episode of The Kingz Corner podcast, the ‘Kukere’ crooner urged Nigerians to cultivate a mindset of disregarding “bad marriages” to prevent it from overshadowing the true essence of marital unions.
Iyanya emphasized the importance of not letting the challenges faced by some couples influence the broader perception of marriage.
He encouraged individuals to separate the negative experiences of others from their own expectations, stating, “Don’t let a bad marriage make you think you can’t have a good marriage.”
Expressing his optimism about the potential beauty of marriage, Iyanya remarked, “I believe that if you find someone who loves you and is willing to sacrifice, it [marriage] is beautiful.”
He highlighted the significance of witnessing happily married individuals who, despite facing challenges, actively protect and cherish their relationships.
These couples, according to Iyanya, often choose to keep their precious moments private and away from the public eye.
In his analysis, Iyanya also delved into the impact of social media on relationships, emphasizing the need for couples to decide the level of exposure their marriages receive. “Social media is two words; social and media. Is your marriage social?
If you want to entertain people with your marriage, if you guys now have small issues, you can’t even make up again,” he cautioned.
Iyanya’s insights bring forth a call for a balanced and realistic approach to understanding marriage, one that appreciates its potential beauty while acknowledging the challenges that may arise.
As the conversation around relationships continues, his words serve as a reminder to foster a positive view of marriage, untainted by the experiences of others, and to safeguard the intimate moments that make these unions truly special.
