Nigerian singer Charles Oputa, better known as Charly Boy, had expressed displeasure at being married to the same woman for nearly 50 years.
While speaking on Yanga 89.9FM, he reflected on his long-term marriage, admitting that being with one person can feel repetitive and emotionally routine.
According to him, he has been married to the same woman for 48 years, and it’s very boring. He described his situation as eating Egusi soup for years.
“I have been married to one woman for 48 years. It is very boring. Imagine eating the same Egusi for years, it’s boring now”.
He stressed that familiarity over time can reduce excitement in relationships, noting that the devil one knows is better than the angel one doesn’t know.
Charly emphasised that in relationships, commitment comes with routine, challenges, and moments of boredom.
The legendary singer said that every marriage required constant effort and management to sustain, including his own. He disclosed that he and his wife avoid involving third parties in their disagreement, noting that external opinions rarely help resolve marital issues.
Kicking against cheating and infidelity, he said it undermines trust.