Charlotte Oduro: Ghanaian Counsellor Says Most Married People Are Single

Charlotte Oduro: Ghanaian Counsellor Says Most Married People Are Single

  • Ghanaian counsellor Charlotte Oduro made a controversial statement about the state of many marriages
  • She noted in a video that most married people were single as they lacked intimacy with their life partners
  • Her comments ignited divorce rumours as she was spotted without her wedding ring in the viral video
  • In an exclusive interview with YEN.com.gh, a relationship coach gave more insights into the matter

Ghanaian counsellor Charlotte Oduro has made a claim that most married people are technically single.

She attributed this phenomenon to the emotional disconnect and lack of intimacy in many marriages.

The relationship coach explained that while many are legally married, they often feel isolated and alone.

Charlotte Oduro, Ghanaian Counsellor, Married People, Single, Relationship
Charlotte Oduro speaks about the state of most marriages, sparking divorce rumours. Image source: Counsellor Charlotte Oduro
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Counsellor Oduro further contended that most people stayed in marriages not because they wanted to but instead to please society.

During an interview, she stated that many people in marriages, instead of sharing responsibilities, are left to cater solely for themselves.

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The relationship coach added that wearing a wedding ring does not necessarily mean the person is married if they lack their partner's emotional support and intimacy.

Watch the video below:

Relationship partly agrees with Charlotte Oduro

Speaking exclusively to YEN.com.gh, a relationship coach, Apostle Eric Osai, shared his views on the matter.

"She has a point. Some people in marriages, due to various reasons like unresolved disputes, busy schedules, etc., cannot connect with their partners. However, there are also good marriages that exist. You only have to work things out with your partner."

Charlotte Oduro's comment triggers divorce rumours

Netizens who saw the viral video of the renowned counsellor greeted her comments with mixed reactions.

While some agreed with her, others did not. She also sparked divorce rumours for not wearing her wedding ring.

@Odopa Perp wrote:

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"I took of my ring the day I realized my husband choosing other girls over me,,,, and I don’t think I will wear it again."

@Fyma Agrippa wrote:

"I thought she said she saw something about makeup n therefore she's stopped putting on makeup eiii Ghana n pressure."

@Ms. Mandy wrote:

"And who’s that society that’s gonna judge me on how I truly wants to live ? I am truly waiting for those judgement."

@Felicia Angelo wrote:

"Is she still married?please ask her."

@Ama Adoma wrote:

"Eiiiii I didn't make her out initially ooo braids , facial and nails."

Charlotte Oduro warns against rebound relationships

Meanwhile, YEN.com.gh reported that the renowned relationship coach has advised against hurrying into a new relationship after a breakup.

Charlotte Oduro contended that it was advisable to take time to heal and clear one's head of emotions before attempting to start a new thing.

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Netizens who saw the video of the relationship expert's advice on breakups shared mixed reactions, with some disagreeing with her entirely.

Proofread by Bruce Douglas, senior copy editor at YEN.com.gh

Source: YEN.com.gh

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Jessie Ola-Morris (Human-Interest Editor) Jessie Ola-Morris is a Human Interest editor at YEN.com.gh. She has over three years of experience in journalism. She graduated from the Ghana Institute of Journalism in 2022 with a Bachelor's degree in Communication Studies. Her journalism career started with myjoyonline.com, a subsidiary of The Multimedia Group Limited, where she worked as a writer. Jessie also previously served as a multimedia journalist for The Independent Ghana. In 2024, Jessie completed Google News Initiative News Lab courses in Advanced Digital Reporting and Fighting Misinformation. Email: jessie.ola-morris@yen.com.gh