Veteran Nollywood actress Rita Edochie has cautioned men against mistreating their wives, warning that such behaviour can ruin their success and peace of mind.
Speaking through a heartfelt message on her Instagram page, Edochie described women as “spiritual, virtuous, and substantial beings who work with God’s heart.” She said the way a man treats his wife can determine whether his life flourishes or falls apart.
According to her, “A good woman is the engine of every home. Argue with your keypads, na me talk am and na out of experience. Behind every successful man, there’s a good spiritual woman. Believe it or not, women are spiritual, virtuous, and substantial.”
The actress explained that many men unknowingly lose their grace and happiness when they begin to mistreat their wives. She said neglect, infidelity, and verbal abuse could bring down a man’s glory faster than he realises.
“You could be doing well today with one woman you care about,” she wrote, “but the very moment you stop showing her love, start hitting her, talking down on her, cheating on her, sleeping outside, rejecting her food and frolicking with ladies on the night street, your glory as a man starts dropping drastically. By the time she gets fed up and decides to walk away, trust me, your life will be in misery, and you will begin eating your own tears.”
Edochie urged men to value the women in their lives and resist the temptation to cause them emotional pain. She stressed that women possess inner strength and spiritual depth often overlooked by society.
“It’s simple,” she said. “Do not cause someone’s daughter pain and frustration, because your life as a man can be jeopardised. Every right-thinking woman is a strong vessel and not as weak as people say. The heart of a woman plays a vital role in the success or failure of her man. Treat your woman well and enjoy your home in peace.”
