Uriel Oputa Slams Critics: Marriage Isn't an Achievement, and Age-Shaming is So 2018

Uriel Oputa

BBNaija's Uriel Oputa speaks out against marriage-shaming and age-shaming, emphasizing that marriage isn't for everyone and social media validation isn't necessary. She encourages kindness and acceptance, saying 'let's maintain this energy and save the lives of young men and women.'

Uriel Oputa, a former Big Brother Naija contestant, has taken to social media to address the constant scrutiny she faces regarding her marital status. At 36+, Uriel has had enough of being questioned and judged for not being married, and she's speaking out against the harmful culture of marriage-shaming and age-shaming.

In a powerful statement, Uriel asserts that marriage isn't an achievement, and it's not for everyone. She questions why people assume she's not married, and even if she were, she wouldn't post it online for validation. 

Uriel wrote: “Marriage isn't for everyone. If you think marriage is an achievement, that's on you. How do you know I'm not married? Do you think everyone needs validation from social media?

“I would never post my marriage or my partner's full face here. Age-shaming and marriage-shaming is so 2018. Let's maintain this energy and save the lives of young men and women.”

Uriel emphasizes the importance of respecting individual choices and paths, and encourages kindness and acceptance instead of judgment and criticism.

Uriel's message is a timely reminder that everyone's journey is unique, and we should focus on supporting and uplifting each other rather than tearing each other down. By speaking out against age-shaming and marriage-shaming, Uriel is helping to create a more inclusive and compassionate environment, where people can live their lives without fear of judgment or criticism. 

Let's join Uriel in maintaining this energy and promoting positivity and acceptance.