Nigerian fashion designer and influencer Veekee James has responded to widespread criticism regarding her openness about her marriage on social media. Addressing the matter during the Creativitea Live with Linda podcast, Veekee James dismissed claims that keeping a marriage private guarantees its success.
She defended her decision to share aspects of her relationship with husband Femi Atere, clarifying that what is shown online only represents a small part of their real lives. According to her, the assumption that public marriages are more prone to failure is flawed, as she knows of private unions that ended shortly after they began.
Veekee James revealed that she and her husband faced backlash from people who believed that his reserved nature warranted a private relationship. However, she remains firm in her belief that the level of publicity does not determine the longevity of a marriage.
She also reflected on the breakdown of her previous relationship, noting that despite keeping it private and investing emotionally, it still ended. This, she argued, further reinforces her stance that secrecy does not guarantee a lasting union.
While her transparency continues to spark debate among netizens, Veekee James remains unfazed, standing by her choice to share aspects of her marital journey with her audience.
