Foluke Daramola’s husband shares personal insights on why he fathered a child outside of their marriage, opening up about the challenges and emotions involved.
Olukayode Salako discussed his choice to have a child with another woman while still being married to the actress, along with other matters.
Olukayode Salako, the husband of actress Foluke Daramola-Salako, has explained his choice to have a child with another woman while remaining married to the actress.
Foluke and Mr. Salako got married in 2010 but have not had any children together so far. Foluke has two children from her earlier marriage to Tunde Sobowale, which lasted from 2005 to 2008.
Similarly, Mr. Salako has experienced marital separation in the past, having ended his marriage to Olubukola Olusunmola, with whom he shares three children.
On Monday, the ex-chairperson of the Labour Party (LP) in Lagos State explained his personal reasons for making this decision through a statement on his Facebook page.
He revealed that he made the decision with his wife’s full consent, denying rumors about marrying another wife.
Mr. Salako and Oluwafunke Oyegoke-Salako, who hails from Ogbomosho in Oyo State, are the parents of a child named Murewa.
He stated, “This response aims to shed light on the trending issue and to correct any misconceptions about this topic. Foluke has been involved from the very start, with her full awareness and consent. It took me three years of convincing my wife, Foluke Daramola-Salako, to let me have at least one or two children here in Nigeria for security during my old age. I am uncertain when I’ll return home but wishfully intend on growing old.”
I told my creator that I’d love to live up to 100 years (laughs). Now that I’m already over 50, I don’t want to reach the age of 70 and find myself living alone without children by my side. Children mean a lot to me; I cherish being surrounded by them as they bring joy and assist with tasks in old age. The thought of growing older while having no one around is unsettling for me. With Foluke’s mom’s help, she eventually understood my feelings about this around four years ago.
Outcome of comprehension
Mr. Salako also mentioned that Murewa, who is now over three years old, was born from a mutual understanding between him and the 46-year-old actress.
Additionally, he mentioned that the actress, who first appeared on screen in the series ‘Palace’ in 1998, cautioned him against having a child with a woman described as impulsive and socially crude.
The politician, aged 50, mentioned that the founder of the “Action Against Rape in Africa” initiative—a movement committed to fighting rape and ensuring accountability for perpetrators throughout the continent—encouraged him to have a child with a well-raised young woman whom she could consider like her own younger sister.
The first three of my children have been living with their mother in America for a long time. They are now grown men and probably won’t come back to Nigeria to live with me. I’ve been living alone here, and there’s a difference between having house help (‘omo odo’) and one’s own child (‘omo eni’). No matter what you do, eventually the house help will leave one day to pursue their own life’s path.
“Foluke is a busy film producer and social celebrity who rarely stays at home. She has a hectic schedule that keeps her constantly active outside the house. We’ve been married for more than 13 years, but we have yet to be blessed with our own child. After some time, she understood my perspective and agreed I could go ahead,” he mentioned.
Reciprocal connection
Additionally, the politician highlighted that Foluke and his child’s mother have a positive relationship.
He further mentioned that there were no problems between Murewa and Foluke, emphasizing that the actress committed her time and money to celebrate Murewa’s first birthday.
He mentioned, “Murewa visits on the weekends at our house, where Foluke and I reside, and she treats him like her son. Naturally, Murewa is Foluke’s favorite here in Nigeria since all five of our children are currently overseas.”
Foluke and Funke are thriving together as joyful sisters. I’m content now, finding peace in my life. My older children in America, their mother, and I have reconciled our differences and we’re all doing well together. This message aims to clarify the current topic of discussion and dispel any misconceptions about it socially. Foluke has been involved from the start with her understanding and consent. Happiness should be a fundamental goal for everyone, which is why I’m happy now.
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