Kanayo O. Kanayo explains why many women are unmarried in their 30s

Veteran Nollywood actor Kanayo O. Kanayo has shared his thoughts on why many women remain unmarried in their 30s, attributing it to decisions made earlier in life.

In a recent interview with News Central, Kanayo explained that many women spend their 20s in relationships with wealthy, often older, married men, which impacts their chances of finding a husband later in life.

He said, “Some girls in university at 18, 19, or 20 start dating very rich men, sometimes much older. Because these men spoil them with luxury—buying cars, houses, and offering a high lifestyle—they often turn down the advances of younger, potential suitors. To them, it seems they are living at a much higher level.”

Kanayo added, “By the time they’re in their mid-20s, they’ve passed up many opportunities with younger men. As they approach 30, they’ve left university, but by then, men no longer find them as attractive. At 31, they find themselves still single, praying for a husband. They’ve gone from being a ‘flex’ at 23 to a ‘prayer point’ at 28. By 33, they’re in a ‘state of emergency,’ and at 35, some are still unmarried but believe they’re ‘having fun.’ The reality is they’re no longer having fun; they’re desperately hoping for anyone to come.”