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Again, actor Bolanle Ninalowo, wife part ways

Describing their separation as a sad reality, the actor said they both have “headed for an irreconcilable marriage dissolution.”

• September 1, 2023
Bola Ninalowo, wife
Bola Ninalowo, wife[Credit: PM News Nigeria]

Nollywood actor Bolanle Ninalowo, on Friday, announced his separation from his wife, Bunmi, for the second time in their 16 years of marriage.

“My wife & I have decided to go our separate ways and headed for an irreconcilable marriage dissolution,” Ninalowo said in a lengthy Instagram post on Friday. 

Describing their separation as a sad reality, the actor said they both have “headed for an irreconcilable marriage dissolution.”

He also added that his children are already grown up and will have a better understanding of his pain and struggles for them.

Although Ninalowo did not cite reasons for their separation, he said their situation strengthened him as “I come to terms with what I truly need and deserve” for his efforts.

He admitted wanting to take care of his physical and mental health. 

He added, ”Please respect our privacy and pray for us during this process as we heal and move on with our independent lives while jointly taking care of what we love most: Our children!”

The couple has, over the years, gained the admiration of many social media users for their display of affection. They married in 2007 and have two kids, Aliyah and Morakinyo.

They were estranged in 2016 but reconciled in 2018, reigniting their affection.

In an interview with Punch in 2020, Ninalowo disclosed that their first separation was due to his impatience and selfishness.

“We were apart for two years,” he said. “I think one of the reasons why we had the separation was because I gave up because I was selfish and impatient.”

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