Yemi Obafemi
Nollywood actress, Caroline Danjuma, has spoken out against the stigma often faced by divorced women as she marked this year’s International Women’s Day.
In a message shared on her social media page, the actress said society frequently makes divorced women feel responsible for failed marriages and unfairly places the burden on them.
“The world often makes divorced women feel like they are the problem… like they should carry the weight of it all. Constantly stigmatised unnecessarily,” she wrote.
Danjuma also recounted being advised not to post photos of her children online because it might discourage a potential partner. However, she dismissed the suggestion, stressing that her children remain her greatest blessing.
“Someone once told me, ‘Don’t post your children. The right man may run away.’ Let the little boy run. I am good,” she stated.
The actress said she is a proud mother of three children aged 18, 17 and 11, noting that motherhood has played a significant role in shaping her life.
“I will never hide or trade this divine gift of love from God for anyone,” she added.
She also expressed appreciation to her children’s father for his role in their upbringing, saying the children are “deeply loved and exceptionally cared for.”
Reflecting on her journey, Danjuma said motherhood has taught her resilience, forgiveness, strength and grace, describing being called a mother as one of the greatest honours of her life.
“Motherhood is not my limitation; it is my greatest legacy. Happy International Women’s Day to every woman out there. We are conquerors,” she wrote.
