Baba Elesho Says His Wife Leads Their Family

Veteran Nollywood actor and comedian Adewale Adeoye, known as Baba Elesho, has sparked conversations by saying that his wife is the head of their family.

The 67-year-old actor shared this during an interview with AfricanAList. He talked about how he balances his duties as a son while keeping peace in his marriage.

Born in Osun State, Baba Elesho mentioned that he got his wife’s approval before bringing his elderly mother to live with them in Lagos. This decision is something many Nigerians might debate.

He also shared a story about an encounter between his mother and wife. Baba Elesho explained that his mother had been dealing with an eye condition for years and was living with one of his younger siblings. Even though they did not live together, he continued to support her as a son.

Baba Elesho explained that his mother was unhappy with her living situation and wanted to leave. "The day I went to bring her from my younger sibling’s home. I had gone there to check on her and perform my duty as a son. My mum said she would rather be thrown into the sea than remain where she was because she wasn’t comfortable there," he said.

After hearing his mother’s wishes, he immediately decided to bring her home but first talked to his wife. "It was on Sunday, I went upstairs to meet my wife, prostrated and told her I had a visitor. She asked who; I replied, 'Alhaja.' She asked what happened, and I explained everything. I told her that my mum said if there was nowhere else to take her, I should throw her into the sea, and that was why I brought her," he recalled.

Baba Elesho made it clear that asking his wife’s opinion was not neglecting his mother. It showed the values and structure in their family. "I came to speak with my wife first because she had to know about it. You own the home, and your reactions matter. My wife is the head of my family," he stated.

He also highlighted that respect and communication are key to a successful marriage. He noted that both partners have clear roles in the family. His remarks have prompted many reactions about family leadership, especially regarding how couples manage their extended families.

While many Nigerian homes often see men as the leaders, Baba Elesho offers a different view. He insisted that taking care of his mother is a must for him, but he believes major decisions affecting the house should involve his wife.

"My wife is the head of my family," he emphasized, stressing that mutual respect and understanding are what keep their family strong.