Renowned Nigerian novelist Chimamanda Adichie has given insights to younger women on the secrets to finding good husband.
Adichie while speaking in a recent event emphasised that the choice of a partner significantly influences the trajectory of one’s life. This is even as she urged women to exercise caution when selecting a life partner.
The novelist went ahead to butress that settling for the wrong person can have a long-term consequences. Also she emphasized the importance of self-fulfilment in women, encouraging them to desire the fulfilment of their passions and interests as well as they desire good husbands.
Speaking 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.”