Iniobong Edo, a renowned actress, recently shared insights into the qualities she values in a man during an episode of Toke Makinwa’s podcast, Toke Moments.
Widely admired, Ini Edo provided a glimpse into her perspective on relationships and what she seeks in a life partner.
Speaking on Toke Moments, Ini Edo said, “Based on my upbringing and how I see life, a man is designed to be the head of the home, as well as the one who protects the family and takes care of them.
“If a man cannot give me that protective energy that allows me to respect him, I cannot be in a relationship with him. It is not always about money, but how he can manage the people and situations around him.”
The actress also stated that some men feel insecure with powerful women because of their egos. She said, “Some men are threatened by women’s strength and do not want to see their women successful, so that she can do all the basic things that we grew up to believe are expected of women. So, when a woman gets too powerful, it feels like she is competing with their egos, or whatever it is that makes them masculine.”
Reflecting on her personal journey, Edo, who became a mother through surrogacy, shared that she wishes she had embraced motherhood earlier. Despite her success, she emphasized the importance of waiting for the right partner to start a family. Speaking about her daughter, she expressed her desire for her to have an independent mind. Edo revealed a touching moment when her daughter cried upon her departure, highlighting the challenges of balancing work and motherhood. Despite the emotional pull to return home, she emphasized the need to find a balance between work and family life.