By Prosper Mene
Nigerian disc jockey and billionaire heiress Florence Otedola, better known as DJ Cuppy, has sparked widespread conversation by describing marriage as the “most important contract you will ever sign,” with God as the ultimate witness.
The 32-year-old entertainer shared her traditional views on the institution during an ongoing reflection on her younger sister Temi Otedola’s recent wedding to Afrobeat singer Oluwatosin Ajibade, professionally known as Mr Eazi.
In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Cuppy wrote, “Call me old school, but I see marriage as the most powerful partnership in life. Maybe even the most important contract you will ever sign… with God Himself as the witness.” She further elaborated that witnessing Temi become “Mrs. Ajibade” reaffirmed her belief that “marriage is far from outdated,” adding that it fosters purpose, love, family, and legacy when entered with the right partner.
The statement, posted amid celebrations of the high-profile August wedding, has garnered thousands of likes, reposts, and replies, blending admiration with debate.
DJ Cuppy, daughter of billionaire businessman Femi Otedola, has been vocal about her personal journey toward marriage. Following her high-profile engagement to British boxer Ryan Taylor in 2022, which ended in 2023, she has repeatedly expressed a desire to find lasting love, even humorously noting in July that she “keeps reminding God” of her single status whenever she sees wedding photos online.
The Otedola sisters’ wedding, held last month in a lavish ceremony, has been a family affair, with Cuppy actively sharing glimpses of the event on social media. Temi, an actress and fashion influencer, and Mr Eazi, known for hits like “Skin Tight,” have been together for years, making their union a celebrated milestone in Nigeria’s entertainment circles.
However, critics questioned her authority, pointing to her past breakup and single status. Remarks such as “How can Cuppy be doing marriage counseling when she hasn’t experienced marriage before?” and “Cuppy, kindly wait for your time before becoming a marriage counselor” have fueled debates on the feasibility of her advice in modern dating.
Others speculated about underlying emotions, suggesting the post might stem from seeing her younger sister marry first.
