Nollywood star Kunle Remi has opened up about his marriage, revealing that his wife, Tiwi, does not follow the conventional cultural practice of kneeling to greet every elderly person.
Speaking in a recent interview with media personality VJ Adams, the actor clarified that his wife reserves the traditional gesture strictly for individuals she shares a deep, personal connection with.
Culture, Boundaries, and Respect
According to Remi, while Tiwi respects family traditions, she maintains clear personal boundaries when it comes to greeting customs.
“My wife doesn’t even understand what kneeling means; she can kneel for her grandparents, her parents, but can’t kneel for every elderly person,” Remi explained.
The actor emphasized that for Tiwi, the gesture is rooted in genuine closeness rather than a blanket societal expectation.
Friendship and Spiritual Preparation for Marriage
Beyond discussing cultural practices, Remi spoke fondly about the strong bond he shares with his wife, describing Tiwi as his best friend.
He also reflected on the spiritual journey that preceded their union, sharing how intentional prayers shaped his readiness for marriage:
- Remi shared that he consistently prayed for God to grant him wisdom and show him things he did not know about leadership in marriage.
- He recalled expressing his readiness to God to provide, protect, and genuinely care for the woman who would become his life partner.
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“She can kneel for her grandparents and parents, but can’t kneel for every elderly person.”
Nollywood actor @kunleremiofficial opens up about his wife Tiwi’s perspective on traditional greetings, their friendship, and how prayer prepared him for marriage.