Nollywood superstar Toyin Abraham has sparked warm reactions online after sharing an intimate glimpse into her marriage with fellow actor Kolawole Ajeyemi. Speaking on a recent episode of TheMorayoShow, the beloved actress described her husband as the absolute best thing to ever happen to her, highlighting his unique, non-confrontational approach to helping her overcome a habit.
A Partnership Built on Freedom and Respect
During the interview, Toyin revealed that unlike many spouses who attempt to force change upon their partners, Kolawole allowed her the freedom to grow at her own pace. This gentle approach ultimately led her to make healthier lifestyle choices, including quitting cigarette smoking.
“My husband, Kolawole Ajeyemi, is the best thing that has ever happened to me,” Toyin shared during the show. “He let me be me. I used to smoke cigarettes before, but now I don’t anymore. Now I just smoke vape once in a while, but I stopped cigarette.”
The Warning That Changed Everything
Toyin detailed how her transition away from smoking began during her pregnancy, when Kolawole gently reminded her of the responsibilities of motherhood. However, the real turning point came after she gave birth to their son, Iremide.
After welcoming their child, Toyin admitted she once smoked in his presence. Rather than sparking a loud argument or scolding her, Kolawole delivered a calm yet powerful warning that completely altered her perspective.
“My husband told me something when I got pregnant. He said, ‘I hope you know you can’t smoke anymore.’ When I gave birth, we went out, I smoked, he saw me and didn’t say anything,” she recalled. “He just said, ‘I’m not stopping you from smoking or drinking alcohol, but any day I see it in the hand of my child, that will be the end of that marriage.’”
A Model for Modern Relationships
The actress’s candid revelation has garnered widespread praise on social media. Fans have commended Kolawole Ajeyemi for his emotional intelligence and maturity, pointing out that his boundary-setting was both respectful of his wife’s autonomy and deeply protective of their child’s future.
Toyin and Kolawole tied the knot in a private ceremony in 2019 and welcomed their son later that year. Today, they remain one of Nollywood’s most admired couples, continually proving that patience and mutual understanding are key pillars of a lasting union.