Nigerian actress, content creator, and media personality Kiekie recently discussed societal expectations and gender roles in marriage during her appearance on the I Said What I Said podcast. In an open conversation, Kiekie shared some of the unsolicited remarks she received after tying the knot, particularly concerning her fashion choices. She pointed out how some people expected her to change her style or adhere to certain standards once she got married, but Kiekie made it clear that she believes women, regardless of their marital status, should be free to express themselves through their fashion choices. She emphasized that there is no specific dress code for married women and that individual expression should not be limited by societal norms.
During her appearance on the I Said What I Said podcast, Kiekie humorously recounted an experience she had after getting married, revealing how she started receiving comments like, “You don’t dress like a married woman.” This prompted her to Google, “What is the dress code of a married woman?” only to find no official guidelines on how married women should dress. She pointed out how these unsolicited remarks reflected the societal pressures that often dictate women’s appearances and behaviors based on their marital status.
Known for her bold and comedic approach to social issues, Kiekie also stressed the importance of self-determination in the pursuit of one’s goals. She firmly stated, “I am the one who should fight for my dreams and set out to achieve what I want to achieve. Not that I’ll be using someone as a backup plan,” underscoring her belief in independence and personal agency.
Kiekie further emphasized the importance of shifting societal attitudes towards gender expectations, particularly among women. She stated, “We have a long way to go because the main thing is that women themselves need to be reoriented and get it straight. Because what you don’t have, you can’t give. You can’t expect things to come from men. It is from us, the women, that the change will come.” Her remarks called for a collective effort from women to embrace change and reshape the narrative, highlighting that true transformation begins within.#newsafro_
