Nigerian entrepreneur Keji Giwa has shared his perspective on why divorce appears increasingly common among people aged 50 and above, pointing to a growing desire for personal freedom and self-fulfillment.

 

Speaking on relationships and personal growth, Giwa noted that spending a lifetime with one person can be challenging—especially when both partners are not aligned in their goals and ambitions. According to him, long-term compatibility goes beyond love and requires shared vision and direction.

 

“Spending the rest of your life with another human is not easy unless you are synchronized and aligned with the same goals,” he said.

 

Giwa explained that the sense of excitement some individuals express after divorce often stems from rediscovering independence and reclaiming their identity after years of compromise.

 

“I keep hearing from people that they are excited about being divorced. You had the freedom to just be yourself,” he added.

 

He also emphasized personal accountability, arguing that many people blame their partners for unfulfilled dreams instead of taking responsibility for their own life choices.

 

“The reality is that many people are too weak to do things on their own and instead blame others for not achieving their dreams,” he stated.

 

According to Giwa, achieving personal success sometimes requires difficult decisions and a clear understanding of one’s priorities. He encouraged honesty and self-awareness, even if it means acknowledging a level of selfishness in pursuing personal goals.

 

“Put your hand up and say, ‘I am selfish,’” he concluded.

 

His remarks highlight a broader shift among older adults—where fulfillment, independence, and self-realization are increasingly valued, even if it means walking away from long-standing relationships.