Nigerian comedian and actor Bovi Ugboma has recently generated buzz over his comment about music star Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba. While speaking at a recent event in Lagos, Bovi emphasised the importance of personal happiness over societal expectations in marriage. The comedian, known for his witty jokes on life and relationships, said: “Some people like to announce their divorce, and some don’t. All that matters is your happiness.”

Bovi went on to cite examples from the Nigerian entertainment industry, noting that several celebrities chose happiness over staying in marriage. 2face is the only man who left one marriage for the next and successfully skipped the divorce process.” Bovi concluded that personal happiness should be prioritised by not only women but men as well, stressing that choosing what brings fulfilment and peace was more important than public perception. Recall that after 2Baba publicly announced the end of his marriage to actress Annie Idibia, now Annie Macaulay. The “African Queen” star moved on with Edo lawmaker Natasha Osawaru.