Love story of Nollywood actor David Nnaji and his musician wife Joy Odiete

 Nollywood  newly married actor David Nnaji says he allows his wife to check his phone.Read the full love story below

 How did you meet your wife?

David: I met my wife at Terra Kulture about three years ago. I went there in company with some writers. I needed to use the convenience and as I made my way out, I spotted her. We exchanged pleasantries and became friends.

How did the relationship develop?

David: We only had a working relationship before we got married. I was looking to branch out from acting and I chose talent management. We met again and became just friends before we decided to have a working relationship. We decided to formalise our business dealings with a contract after we achieved some of the milestones we set for ourselves at the time.

How did he propose to you and how did you feel when he did?

J’odie: He didn’t propose in an obvious manner. One day, he made a comment which hinted that he was interested in marrying me but I pretended not to have noticed. A few days later, we went out to a shop and he asked me to choose any engagement ring I wanted. He didn’t have to ask the traditional way but I was shy, happy and I felt like flying. I felt a certain calmness and peace knowing that I was getting married to my best friend.

How would you describe your marriage?

J’odie: I may not have actively thought about marriage all those years I was still single, but whenever it came to mind, I had always wanted to be happy and free and I am glad my wishes have been granted by God.

David: Every woman needs security in every facet of her life; I try my best to make sure she is emotionally, mentally, physically and financially secure. This, I have been able to sustain through the help of God. Whatever my wife needs, I always try to provide. Where I may find certain things difficult, I talk to God and such a need is met, usually at the eleventh hour.

How supportive are you of your spouse’s career?

David: As her husband, her progress portrays me in a favourable light; so, I am very supportive. I often encourage her to be the best she can be and never be limited or pressured by anything.

J’odie: As his wife, I try to be a better person. I always strive to improve on how I prepare and serve his food; how I put his clothes together; how I react when he is stressed; how I listen and gist with him. It may seem like it has nothing to do with his career, but I’m learning that when a man is happy and has peace of mind, it does a lot of good to him and all that concerns him including his career. I simply support him by making our home a haven.

Do you have access to each other’s phones and social media accounts?

David: She is very free to use and check my phones all the time. After all, the Bible said two will become one. My work and personal email accounts are also on her iPad so she sees and has access to everything.

How do you spend time together?

David: We enjoy time alone in our house or we go to the cinema. At other times, we travel to different places together and just enjoy each other’s company as much as possible. Life is quite short and we do all we can do together. She reads my scripts and manuscripts for a novel I am working on, and makes insightful comments.

Do you operate a joint bank account?

David: We do and we also have different accounts for our companies. We also take and save monies in our accounts and either of us can access the others account at any time or place. There’s such implicit trust that we just live as one, even though we quarrel sometimes. She is, in fact, more frugal than I am and I am thankful. This is not to suggest I am a spendthrift though.

Do you ever get jealous of your wife’s male fans and admirers?

David: No, I never get jealous and it’s been that way from time since I really started learning about myself. I am always comfortable in my skin and do not get jealous of anyone, least of all my wife’s admirers. I know this woman in question and nothing impresses or moves her if it’s not of good virtue – even though she, like other humans, may make mistakes.

What common hobbies do you have?

J’odie: We both love music, reading, travelling and boxing.

David: We love traveling together, reading, gisting, and eating colourful, tasty and healthy meals. We also share a strong passion for music.

How have you managed to stay happy as a couple?

David: We have both invested in our marriage and live without secrets. We are also very interested in enjoying this very short life together.

J’odie: Whenever I think that a particular moment is the most memorable moment of our marriage, something happens and it’s all a bundle of beauty. It’s a collage of love and every moment we have shared comes together to make one awesome piece of art

What advice would you give to women who intend to marry celebrities?

J’odie: I will tell them to follow their heart, know the man and depend not on uninformed persons. They may be your family or friends who wish you well, but do not really know the man you want to spend the rest of your life with. Open your eyes and learn about your partner and be sure you aren’t the problem. Be ready to invest in your marriage and to give 100 per cent.

Did you plan to marry a musician?

David: I never planned or wanted to. It just happened.

What pet names do you call each other?

David: I call her ‘Jublii’and I stress it when teasing her. She calls me ‘Dee’m’, or ‘Deedee’m’.

What is the most memorable moment in your union?

David: Every moment is memorable for me.

What do you love the most about your spouse?

David: I love her simplicity.

J’odie: I love his will. He is a strong man.

What would you love to change about your spouse?

David: Nothing. It’s the full package I have and I am enjoying the journey.