Ruth Kadiri’s husband has managed to stay completely out of the public eye, which for a celebrity with millions of fans is either really impressive or just plain unusual. Nollywood actress and producer Ruth Kadiri has long been a fan favorite, not just for her exceptional talent on screen but also for being one of the first Nollywood producers to recognize YouTube as a goldmine for the Nigerian film industry.
As part of the job, fans naturally get curious and often want a sneak peek into what happens behind the scenes. But Ruth seems to have mastered the art of mystery, and her real hidden talent might just be her ability to keep her private life, particularly her husband, away from the public eye.
Ruth Kadiri Narrates Public Reaction to Her Engagement After Husband’s Proposal
Back in 2017, Ruth announced her engagement, and there was a bit of noise online about the size of her engagement ring. During a conversation with popular host Chude, she recalled how the backlash made her wish she could take the post down, but she couldn’t.
“I remember when I got engaged, I did not know who sent me, I now went and posted it ooo… oh my God… Omo… eh.. God ooo…These people started laughing at the size of my ring, they were laughing at the size of my ring, and you know them, they don’t want your explanation, like, bro don’t bother, and wished she could pull down that, but she couldn’t, and they don’t know that I am petty..;Two weeks ago I started going through..I’m in the mood, I wanted to go and say how far, but I can’t now, because I will go and see myself in the blogs. But sometimes, let’s all be petty.”
Why Fans Still Haven’t Seen Ruth Kadiri’s Husband—Despite Years Together
For years, fans have asked: Who is Ruth Kadiri’s husband? Why is he never seen? The Nollywood actress has done a remarkable job keeping her relationship out of the spotlight, rarely posting pictures or sharing personal details that would reveal her husband’s identity. This secrecy has led to countless rumors and speculation, but Ruth Kadiri has always stood firm on her decision to keep certain parts of her life sacred.
During a chat on Diary of a Naijagirl, Ruth finally opened up about how she met her husband and why she chose to protect their relationship from the public eye. She shared:
“Six years ago, actors were not marrying each other—I was a catch. I knew I was a catch. I knew that anyone that was going to marry me was going to be lucky. God told me he was my husband.”
Addressing the ongoing curiosity around Ruth Kadiri’s husband, the actress made it clear that he has always been present — at events, in church, and even in public photos — but people simply don’t recognize him.
“Do you know that we go to church together, we go to events together, they post his picture. It’s just because you don’t know him, that’s why you’re not saying ‘that’s her husband.’ My life is not as private as people think. It’s not.”
She also revealed that her husband has an Instagram page but prefers to post privately and doesn’t seek the spotlight — a stark contrast to the typical celebrity lifestyle many fans expect.
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