- Veteran Nollywood actress Bimbo Akintola discussed polygamy on the Talk To B podcast.
- She views polygamy as both a cultural practice and a practical solution in modern society.
- Akintola highlighted a “shortage of men” as a reason for women to consider sharing a husband.
Veteran Nollywood actress Bimbo Akintola has brought polygamy back into public discussion during her recent appearance on the Talk To B podcast.
The 55-year-old actress described polygamy as not only cultural but also practical in modern times. She argued that the “shortage of men” makes it sensible for women to share a husband.
GistLover had earlier reported that in another interview, Akintola revealed why she remains single and without children despite her age.
Reflecting on her generation, she explained that many Yoruba households she grew up around practiced polygamy. It was normalized in society, she said, with both advantages and disadvantages attached.
She stated:
“Most of Generation X, Yorubas, and even our parents had two to three wives. It was something we saw while growing up.”
The actress went on to share a personal example of how some women willingly embraced the idea. She recalled a woman who, faced with her husband’s stronger bedroom drive, personally found him another wife just to maintain her peace.
According to Akintola, not every second marriage is forced on women—some choose it themselves.
She emphasized that if women want a future where men stay committed to one wife, then the responsibility lies in how they raise their sons.
In her words:
“All these men we are talking about, who are polygamous and cheat, were raised by someone. Raise your son to be that kind of man so that future women, your daughters, will have men like that to marry.”
Watch the interview here:
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@Femimexican:”She is a wise woman. Biola just knows how to make her interview informative and instructional. Bimbo Akintola was in her element all through this great and insightful interview. God bless you”
@ayoolashajobi824:”Even before watching this interview,i have always loved Aunty Bimbo. Honestly she’s a great woman with great wisdom. Love you Aunty Bimbo”
@funmilayooyinlade5553:”Honestly, this interview is the best I have seen here. I have learned and unlearned in this session. Thank you Aunty Bimbo for speaking the whole truth. I can’t wait to see her here again. Sis Biola, thanks for bringing her on this show. God bless you both. Kudus to the crews too. I am downloading this piece, out-mostly important.”