Nigerian influencer and actress Amarachi Amusi, popularly known as Ashmusy, has spoken candidly about the pressure she faced after turning 30 without getting married or having children.

Speaking on the BBC Africa podcast The Conversation, Ashmusy revealed that she always believed she would be married with children before reaching the age of 30 because she had many admirers while growing up.

According to her, becoming a mother has always been one of her biggest dreams, and during her younger years, she expected family life to come naturally before hitting 30.

The content creator explained that the pressure was intensified by her position as the first daughter in her family, with relatives and society expecting her to settle down early.

Despite receiving attention from numerous suitors over the years, Ashmusy said witnessing the collapse of many relationships made her more cautious about choosing a life partner.

She noted that she now prioritizes peace of mind and emotional stability over meeting societal expectations.

Ashmusy also addressed her decision to freeze her eggs, saying it allows her to make decisions about marriage and motherhood without feeling pressured by age.

“I always thought I would be married with children before I turned 30 because I had so many suitors while growing up. Becoming a mother has always been one of my biggest life goals. As the first daughter in my family, there was a lot of pressure from relatives who expected me to settle down early.

“Seeing so many relationships fail made me more careful about choosing the person I want to spend my life with. At this stage of my life, I value peace of mind and emotional stability more than trying to meet society’s expectations.

“Freezing my eggs gives me the freedom to make decisions about marriage and motherhood without feeling pressured by my age. My decision does not mean I am against marriage. I simply want to make the right choice at the right time,” she said.

Nigerian singer Skales has sparked reactions on social media after expressing a lack of confidence in the candidates expected to contest the 2027 presidential election.

The discussion began after journalist Oseni Rufai asked social media users who they would vote for in the next presidential election.

Responding to the question, Skales said he would not support any of the available candidates.

His comment attracted reactions from other users, with one X user identified as Jayfreshworld suggesting that the singer may not have properly researched the candidates before making his decision.

The user wrote: “When You Say None Means You Haven’t Done Your Research, There Are Good Candidates On That List.”

However, Skales stood by his position and replied:

“To Be Honest, None! I Don’t See Any Good Candidate That Can Take This Country To A Better Place.”

The singer’s remarks have since generated debate online, with many Nigerians sharing different opinions about the 2027 election and discussing what qualities the country’s next leader should possess.

The conversation has also reignited discussions about voter confidence, political leadership, and expectations ahead of the next presidential election.

Nigerian content creator and actor, Broda Mike, has reacted to the recent traditional marriage between popular TikToker Peller and his partner, Jarvis Jadrolita.

Peller, 21, traditionally tied the knot with Jarvis, 25, on Saturday ahead of their planned white wedding ceremony.

Reacting in a video shared on his Instagram page, Broda Mike argued that Peller is still too young for marriage and should focus more on building his future through investments.

According to him, the TikToker may have rushed into marriage because of the financial success he recently achieved through social media.

He Said: “Justice For Peller, Tell Yourself The Truth. If Peller Was Your Brother, Would You Allow Him Rush Into Marriage? Peller Only Needs Investment Now, Not Marriage, Because This Generation Has Gender Problems. Marriage Hardly Works.

“Peller, Open Your Eyes. You Only Need Investment, Not Marriage. You’re Too Young For Marriage.

“A Small Boy Who Just Started A Business Will Say The Business Is Sweet Because He Has Never Experienced Failure Or Downturn. Peller Is Too Young For This Marriage. The Girl Is Older Than Peller, But What Money Cannot Do Does Not Exist.

“Anyway, Congratulations. I Pray It Works Out. It Really Surprised Me.”

Despite his reservations, Broda Mike congratulated the couple and expressed hope that their marriage would be successful.