Nollywood actress Uche Ogbodo recently described the common trend of excusing male infidelity as “rubbish.” She strongly criticized the expectation for women to remain faithful and endure hurtful behavior.

Uche stressed that spouses must be faithful to each other. She highlighted how cheating ruins families and deeply hurts women. Not all men engage in infidelity, she noted. She praised those who uphold loyalty, respect, and build successful homes.

“That is rubbish,” Uche firmly stated. “I don’t believe in it. It victimises women.” She advocates for a 50-50 marriage. “If you want me to be faithful, stay faithful to me,” she advised. “Why cheat on me and treat me miserably while I remain loyal?” Men claiming they can’t control themselves need self-respect and discipline, she added. Cheating destroys lives, families, and hurts a devoted woman. Many men are disciplined. They understand marriage ethics and good relationships.

On Self-Worth and Honesty in Relationships

Uche Ogbodo also shared her views on self-worth and honesty. She addressed the hypocrisy in societal expectations for women, particularly in marriage. She noted that many women hide their true experiences due to fear. Sharing these experiences could, however, inspire others.

“I’ve always been an open person,” Uche explained. “This life is for the living.” She loves herself too much to let anything deter her. Living in constant fear and hiding useful experiences is not right, she believes.

“Know your worth,” she often advises women. “Don’t settle for relationships that drain you emotionally or psychologically.” Understand who you are as a woman. Know your worth and what you truly want. Love yourself first, then a man can love you. If your needs are not met, why stay? “I’m not an advocate of suffering and smiling,” she declared. “If it’s not working, it’s not working.” You do not have to die in it. Abuse is not only physical. It is also mental and psychological. Making a woman feel less than herself is abuse. A woman should love herself enough to walk away from unfulfilling relationships.