Comedian Destalker has officially confirmed the end of his three-year marriage, opening up publicly for the first time in a candid interview with content creator Timi Agbaje. Despite the split, the popular stand-up act said he remains in high spirits, declaring that marriage is not the ultimate benchmark for happiness or stability in life.
The entertainer, whose real name is Oghenekowhoyan Onaibe Desmond, revealed that he dated his ex-wife for just six months before tying the knot. While he refrained from disclosing many personal details, he attributed the breakdown of their union to “irreconcilable differences,” and emphasized that being single hasn’t taken away his peace or sense of fulfillment.
“I am happy, I have a happy home,” Destalker said during the interview. “I was married, but not anymore. Marriage is not a criteria for a happy home. I’m not angry, I’m not bitter, I’m just free.” His statement sparked conversations online about the pressures of celebrity marriages and societal expectations.
The comedian also weighed in on gender dynamics in relationships, suggesting that men often have greater agency when it comes to ending and restarting marriages. “I can decide to remarry next week Friday or Saturday,” he said. “But a woman can’t. It’s a man’s decision for marriage.” His remarks triggered debates across social media about traditional roles in Nigerian society.
Currently uninterested in love or romantic relationships, Destalker said he is focused on his career and personal growth. He made it clear that emotional attachment or social expectations won’t influence his next move, adding, “Right now, love is not on my agenda. Peace of mind is.”
He also made a controversial assertion that marriage favors women more than men, hinting that societal norms and expectations often place men under unfair pressure to provide and perform, with little emotional reward. “It’s always the woman that benefits more from the institution,” he added without elaborating further.
Destalker, known for his sharp wit and award-winning comedy routines, has built a reputation for mixing humor with unfiltered truths. This revelation about his personal life has now added a new layer of relatability to his public persona, triggering fresh discussions about marriage, masculinity, and mental health in the entertainment industry.
