“Why Do Women Marriage-Shame Women?” — Sarah Martins Fires Back at Trolls with Class and Confidence

Nollywood actress Sarah Martins is taking a bold stand against online bullying and societal pressure — especially when it comes from fellow women.

In a recent Instagram post, the actress called out a female follower who left a derogatory comment telling her to “go and marry” because of her age. The troll’s words, “Old woman, go and marry, mad girl,” were not only hurtful but sparked a larger conversation about misplaced expectations and internalised patriarchy.

“Why do women marriage shame women?” Sarah asked in disbelief.
“I was busy hustling on set when the comment dropped… I visited her page before blocking her, only to see ikwikwi in human form.”

💬 A Broader Cultural Issue

Marriage-shaming, especially towards successful or independent women, remains a toxic trend in Nigerian society — and Sarah’s clapback sheds much-needed light on the emotional toll it can take.

Why must a woman’s value be tied to her marital status?
Why do women, who should uplift one another, often become the loudest critics of other women’s timelines?

Sarah’s response was equal parts humorous, dignified, and unapologetically honest — a reminder that everyone is walking their own path, and no one’s worth should be defined by a ring.

💭 OPINION: Enough with the "Go and Marry" Culture

It’s 2025, and yet women are still being judged harshly for not being married — even when they are thriving professionally and personally. This isn’t just a social media problem; it reflects a deeper cultural mindset that equates marriage with success for women.

What Sarah did was not just defend herself — she opened a conversation many are too afraid to start.

Until society lets go of this outdated lens, women like Sarah Martins will continue to be the voices of reason in a noisy world.

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