Actress Nancy Iheme has shed more light on why she rejected a marriage proposal from a 40-year-old man, stressing that financial stability remains non-negotiable in any relationship she considers.
Nancy in January dismissed the man during an Instagram Q&A, telling him, “You can’t afford me… Move to the next person.” The response sparked a wave of criticism online, with some accusing her of being materialistic.
The actress during an interview, clarified that her rejection wasn’t just about money—it was about standards and red flags.
“Not a house, not even a car, no investment. You are looking for someone that is higher than you, are you not a criminal?” she asked rhetorically.
She further emphasised her expectations in a partner: “You need to grow, you don’t need to go down. I’m looking for a man that is bigger than me in all ramifications because I can do some things by myself.”
The actress maintained that being 40 isn’t the issue—it’s being unprepared at that age that she finds unacceptable.
Her comments have sparked fresh conversations online about dating standards, with some defending her right to set boundaries, while others accuse her of being too harsh.
