Unmarried people should be careful when criticizing divorcees – Adinkra Radio’s Daakyehene
Daakyehene Ofosu Agyemang, a seasoned broadcaster with the New York-based radio station Adinkra Radio, has advised individuals who are yet to get married to be circumspect in criticizing those whose marriages have collapsed.
His comment comes after many Ghanaians took to social media to comment on and mock popular marriage counselor, motivational speaker, and evangelist Reverend Charlotte Oduro, following her husband’s official announcement of their divorce. Apostle Solomon Oduro revealed in a press statement that their marriage had ended after three years of separation.
Rev. Charlotte Oduro has been a strong advocate for marital endurance and reconciliation, which left many surprised by the couple’s separation and subsequent divorce. Following the announcement, netizens have questioned the integrity of the marriage counseling she has provided over the years.
However, commenting on the issue during Adinkra Radio’s morning show, Daakyehene Ofosu Agyemang, the host of the show, urged those making fun of the unfortunate situation to desist, stating that bachelors and spinsters have no knowledge of the challenges encountered in marriage, which is both sweet and difficult.
“Those of you living in Ghana and other parts of the world who are not married but are mocking the marriage counselor because her marriage has failed should stop. Why mock someone who has been divorced when you are yet to marry? Those of you who are married and are also celebrating someone’s marital failure should take good care of your own marriages. Why should a broken marriage be the most trending issue in Ghana today? Should someone stay in a painful marriage simply because they are a marriage counselor? The one who is experiencing a difficult marriage understands it best. Yet people are excited and writing all sorts of comments about someone’s failed marriage.”
Daakyehene Ofosu Agyemang further emphasized that marriage is an entirely different experience from dating, and those who are yet to marry should be aware of this reality.
“I respect those who have spent many years in marriage, and when advising those yet to marry, I always tell them that marriage is sweet but difficult. It requires effort. The fanfare that the younger generation associates with their dream weddings—that is not marriage. Having a large number of bridesmaids and dancing around—that is not marriage.
“The couple will truly get to know each other once they start living together as husband and wife. They will have to learn to tolerate each other in certain aspects. The dating period is entirely different from marriage. Many behaviors and habits only emerge after the wedding, and couples must learn how to accommodate each other.”
Source: Adinkraradio.com
