Renowned Nigerian novelist Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie has shared insights with young women on the importance of choosing the right life partners.

Speaking at a recent event titled Dream Count, Adichie emphasised that the choice of a partner significantly influences the trajectory of one’s life. She urged women to exercise caution when selecting a life partner, stressing that settling for the wrong person can have long-term consequences.

The author further underscored the importance of self-fulfilment in women, encouraging them to pursue their passions and interests.

She said, “It’s so important for a woman to have her own, a sense of self fulfilment, it doesn’t matter what it is. It is really important who you choose, sometimes as a young woman you can tell that the person you are with is not a good person, but you are desperate to get married. Do not settle, be careful who you choose, the person you choose as a life partner will make a huge difference in your life. If you choose someone who is kind and supportive, it will make all the difference, there are good men out there.”

The writer’s words sparked a range of reactions from young women, who shared their experiences and perspectives.

Here are some of the responses:

@alhaja_wendy said, “Well said, who you choose to marry will affect your destiny either positively or negatively.”

@her_majesteeze reacted, “She spoke facts, who you choose to marry will affect your destiny.”

@dr_pinesol wrote, “I am grateful to my partner, God’s gift to me, Peace of mind and his kindness wan wound me.”

@olajumokebabes commented, “Feminine and powerful.”

@thefoodnetworknig2 said, “Your father sponsored your education to master level in good schools, but then you decide to choose someone who would not let you do something tangible with your life and also not taking good care of you, you have not only failed yourself you have also failed your father.”

‘There’re good men’ – Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie speaks on choosing right spouse