Veteran Nollywood actor Chiwetalu Agu has urged Nigerian men not to choose partners based on virginity or physical qualities.
The actor who shared his opinion on relationships and marriage, said while virginity may represent purity, it does not represent loyalty, good character, emotional intelligence or emotional maturity.
In a video posted on X, Chiwetalu Agu stressed that people should take time to understand their partners before marriage, noting that character, kindness, respect and emotional maturity are the qualities that truly matter in a lasting relationship.
“Keeping your virginity does not automatically make you wife material. Don’t marry a woman simply because she is a virgin, and the same thing applies to men.
“Virginity signifies purity, not loyalty, good character, emotional intelligence or emotional maturity.
“For the sake of your life, peace, happiness and sanity, choose someone whose character has been tested and proven.
“Marry someone who genuinely connects with you, someone who is kind, respectful, loving and emotionally mature,” he said.