How long have you been married?
It has been eight amazing years married to my beautiful wife, Grace.
Where and how did you meet your wife?
We met her at a church, the Grace Tribe Church.
How did you know she was the right person for you?
I knew from the very first day that she was the one for me. I couldn’t tell how or why, but I knew I wanted to spend the rest of my life with her. I even had to fight for us to be together.
Did you have the wedding of your dreams?
Of course, we both did. The most remarkable thing I loved about my wedding was the fact that close friends and family were all around me. My group of extraordinary friends, ‘Gidi Generals’, showed up really well for me. They made the event colourful.
Where did you spend your honeymoon?
We had our honeymoon at a hotel in Victoria Island, Lagos State.
What do you love most about your wife?
I love the fact that she supports me in achieving my goals. She is not just a wife; she is a helper, a friend, and also a business partner.
How has marriage impacted your career as a businessman?
Marriage has motivated me to make reasonable and unselfish decisions for my business. It taught me responsibility.
What noticeable changes have you seen in your life and business since you got married?
There are numerous changes. My profits have grown and marriage has made me more financially responsible in my investments. I am now more caring to my co-workers and clients.
How do you balance work and home?
I do so by having a good and structured plan. I don’t joke with my children, wife, and friends. I make time for all facets of my life.
In these eight years, what has marriage taught you?
Marriage taught me empathy. Marriage has taught me to be patient and calm even in the face of difficulties. I now always try to get to know people more and more. I know people change so I am prepared to learn some more. My wife is also very understanding so we both work on ourselves and make each other better.
What tips can you recommend to young businessmen who intend to get married?
My advice for business owners who want to get married is that they should find people who are business-minded. You need someone ready to do the same business with you, investing the same time and energy to make sure that the business grows. When you have a spouse who is interested in your business, it helps make the bond in the relationship stronger.
Also, they should look for someone who can be a good friend. Sometimes, marriage can be boring, but when you have a friend in your spouse, it makes it sweet. Both of you can always do fun things together with or without friends being in the picture.
