“I Got Married Late Because I Had No Money and Was Not Confident” – Veteran Nollywood Actor Afeez Oyetoro (Saka)

Popular Nollywood actor and comedian, Afeez Oyetoro, famously known as Saka, has opened up about his personal life and the reason why he got married later than many of his mates. In a recent interview, Saka explained that lack of money and low self-confidence delayed his journey to marriage.

The talented Yoruba actor, known for his comic roles in movies and TV commercials, said that while many of his colleagues were getting married in their late 20s or early 30s, he had to wait longer because he felt he was not financially stable or emotionally ready for such a big step.

“No Money, No Confidence”

In his words:

 “I got married late because I didn’t have money, and I wasn’t confident enough to approach a woman and tell her I wanted to marry her. I was shy, and I felt I had nothing to offer at that time.”

He further explained that although he knew marriage was important, he didn’t want to start a family he couldn’t properly take care of. According to Saka, getting married without proper financial support could bring more suffering than happiness.

He added:

 “Marriage is not just about love; it’s also about responsibility. If you can’t feed or shelter your wife and children, love alone cannot solve that problem. I waited until I had something meaningful before I got married.”

Education and Career First

Before fame, Afeez Oyetoro worked hard to build a solid foundation for himself. He studied Theatre Arts at the University of Ibadan and later got a Master’s degree in the same field. He is also a lecturer at Adeniran Ogunsanya College of Education in Lagos.

He said focusing on education and building a career helped him grow both mentally and financially. That growth gave him the courage and confidence he needed to settle down and start a family.

 “Education changed my life. I am glad I waited and followed the right process. Today, I have peace of mind in my home because I didn’t rush into it.”

A Happy Marriage Today

Despite marrying late, Afeez Oyetoro is now happily married with children. He says he has no regrets and is grateful to God for the way everything turned out.

Saka often praises his wife for being supportive and understanding. According to him, finding the right partner is more important than rushing into marriage because of societal pressure.

 “People put too much pressure on young people to marry early. But if you are not ready emotionally or financially, it’s okay to wait. God’s time is always the best.

A Message to Young People

Afeez Oyetoro used his story to encourage young men and women not to feel ashamed if they haven’t married early. He advised them to focus on personal growth, work hard, and be patient.

 “Don’t let anyone rush you. Take your time, prepare well, and make sure you’re ready. Marriage is not a race.”

Conclusion

Afeez Oyetoro’s story is a powerful reminder that success and happiness don’t have a fixed timeline. While society may pressure people to follow a certain path, it’s important to move at your own pace. Saka’s honesty about his struggles with money and confidence shows that with patience, hard work, and faith, everything will fall into place at the right time.

His journey from a shy, broke student to a successful actor, lecturer, and happy husb

and inspires many Nigerians and fans around the world.