Genevieve Nnaji Speaks Out: Nollywood Icon Slams Controversial Advice Against Marrying Igbo Women

Nollywood Queen, Genevieve Nnaji, has weighed in on a heated social media debate, delivering a decisive response to a controversial tweet urging Igbo men to avoid marrying women from their own ethnic group.

he veteran actress, renowned for her roles in classic Nigerian movies, took to her platform to express her disapproval, subtly challenging the divisive advice that has sparked widespread outrage across social media and within the Igbo community.

The original tweet, which suggested that Igbo women lack qualities deemed suitable for marriage by some, quickly went viral, attracting condemnation from many. 

Nnaji's reaction is seen as a powerful endorsement of Igbo culture and a defense of women within the group.

This ongoing conversation highlights the sensitive topics surrounding inter-ethnic marriage and cultural identity in Nigeria. 

Nnaji’s public intervention is likely to further amplify the discussion around gender roles and marital expectations within Nollywood and beyond.