Popular Nigerian entertainer and media personality, Kiekie, is pushing back against outdated expectations placed on married women—starting with how they dress.
Appearing on the popular podcast I Said What I Said, the actress and content creator opened up about the unsolicited opinions she began receiving after tying the knot. According to her, many people seemed to expect an overnight transformation—not in character, but in wardrobe.
“One of the funniest things that happened after I got married was people telling me, ‘You don’t dress like a married woman,’” she shared with a laugh. “So, I went to Google and typed, ‘What is the dress code for married women?’ Nothing came up. Because there is none!”
Kiekie, who’s built a reputation for blending humor with sharp social commentary, used the moment to spotlight a larger issue—how society often burdens women with rigid and unspoken rules once they take on the title of “wife.”
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Beyond fashion, the multi-talented creator didn’t hold back on deeper matters. She spoke candidly about the importance of women defining success on their own terms, not waiting for a man to carry their dreams for them.
“I am the one responsible for chasing my goals. I can’t treat anyone as a backup plan,” she said pointedly, rejecting the notion that marriage should be a fallback strategy for women unsure of their own path.
But Kiekie’s message wasn’t just a call-out to society—it was also a call-in to women themselves. She stressed the need for self-awareness and a shift in mindset within the female community.
“We have a long way to go. Women need to realign how we think,” she said. “Because honestly, you can’t give what you don’t have. If change is going to happen, it has to start with us.”
Her remarks have since sparked conversations online, with many praising her honesty and courage in tackling an issue that resonates across cultures. In a world that still tries to box women in, Kiekie is choosing to stand outside—and she’s inviting others to do the same.
