Nollywood actress Eniola Ajao recently shared her personal experiences as a mother and the reasons she chose to keep her son out of the spotlight in an interview that was posted on Biola Adebayo Ent’s official YouTube channel. Eniola talked about the emotional journey she went through as a young mother and the factors that influenced her decision to keep her child’s identity quiet.
Eniola shared that becoming pregnant at the age of 20 was a challenging and emotional experience for her. She felt overwhelmed by the situation, fearing judgment from society and feeling like the world was against her. The actress revealed that, at the time, she was unsure how her life would unfold and worried that she might not find a husband in the future due to her unplanned pregnancy.
The pressure from her own family played a significant role in how Eniola navigated her pregnancy. She mentioned that her parents had always wanted her to complete her education before starting a family. Despite the societal pressure, she pointed out that many other women, such as actress Omotola Jolade, had gotten married at a young age, with some even marrying as early as 17 or 18. However, her parents’ desire for her to focus on her studies added another
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Despite the societal norms and personal expectations, Eniola made the difficult decision to keep her pregnancy and later her son a secret from the public. She explained that the decision to hide her pregnancy was motivated by her fear of how people might perceive her and her future prospects in relationships. At the time, she believed that her pregnancy could hinder her chances of finding a partner who would want to be in a relationship with her.
One of the major reasons Eniola chose to keep her son hidden was her fear of losing potential romantic relationships. She confessed that she was worried that no man would want to pursue a relationship with her after learning that she had a child. This concern led her to keep her son away from the public eye, despite the love and joy he brought into her life.
Now, with time and maturity, Eniola continues to navigate the complexities of motherhood while balancing her career and personal life. She remains protective of her son, understanding the implications of her earlier decisions, and values the privacy she has maintained.
She said, “I felt like I needed to hide the pregnancy from the public and my parents at the time. It was shameful because I was just 20 years old.”
Getting pregnant at the age of 20 was a bit difficult for me, and I felt like the whole world was against me. I thought I wouldn’t be able to get married again, so I felt like I needed to hide the pregnancy from the public and my parents at the time.”
