Tiwa Savage Says She Prefers Being a Second Wife Over Becoming a Baby Mama

Tiwa Savage Says She Could Be a Second Wife — What She Actually Said and Why It Matters

By Your Name • Updated: October 21, 2025

Award-winning Afrobeats star Tiwa Savage has set social media buzzing after a recent interview in which she said she could be a second wife under certain circumstances — and that she would rather not be a "baby mama." The remark came during an episode of the American podcast Lip Service, and clips of the interview circulated widely across Nigerian and international entertainment outlets. 0

The exact words — what Tiwa said

“If I meet somebody who can really marry me, they are either in their 50s or already married. So, I don’t know. Maybe I can be a second wife. I think so. I could be a second wife.”

She went on to say she was not interested in being a “baby mama” and emphasised that, if she were to be a second wife, she would not be “troublesome” and would show respect to the first wife. These lines were quoted by multiple media outlets after the podcast clip circulated online. 1

Where the interview appeared

The remarks came up during Tiwa’s appearance on the US podcast Lip Service. Video clips and news items from Nigerian outlets and social media channels reposted the exchange, which quickly generated a mix of reactions — from surprise to support and criticism. The full podcast episode and several short video extracts have been shared on YouTube and social platforms. 2

Immediate public reaction

As with many headline-grabbing celebrity comments, social media reacted quickly. Some fans applauded Tiwa for her candour about modern dating and the limited pool of eligible partners, while others criticised the idea of polygamy or questioned why a woman of Tiwa’s profile would consider such an arrangement. Reporters noted that the clip sparked conversations about gender roles, age, and expectations in modern relationships. 3

How local media covered it

Leading Nigerian news outlets summarised the exchange in headlines and linked back to the podcast clip. Coverage tended to be descriptive (quoting the singer) and often highlighted the lines about “baby mama” versus “second wife” as the story’s most shareable element. Several outlets also added context about Tiwa’s previous public statements and her dating life. 4

Context: polygamy, celebrity culture and dating options

Tiwa’s remark should be read in a broader cultural context. In parts of Nigeria and other African countries, polygamy remains legally and socially accepted in many communities — even as urban, professional life creates complex dating dynamics for high-profile women. For a woman who is successful, older than the typical marrying age for many men, and who travels internationally, the pool of available partners can sometimes be made up of older or already-married men. Tiwa’s blunt framing — “I could be a second wife” — reflects that reality for some public figures and prompts important conversations about dignity, choice and the expectations placed on women in the public eye.

Why this story matters beyond gossip

• Celebrity influence: When a leading artist talks openly about private relationships, it shapes public attitudes and fuels debate about marriage norms.
• Gender expectations: The comments reopen discussion about the pressure on women to marry and how that pressure changes for famous women.
• Media literacy: The speed at which clips spread shows how short excerpts can define a narrative — often divorced from the full conversation or nuance of an interview.

Balanced takeaways

• Tiwa Savage’s comments were made on a public podcast and were reported accurately by multiple outlets. 5
• The statement reflects personal opinion about a complicated subject — polygamy — and is neither an endorsement nor a universal prescription for relationships. Readers should treat the remarks as one celebrity’s candid perspective rather than a cultural manifesto. 6

What to watch next

• Will Tiwa clarify or expand on these comments? Celebrities often return to social media or press to add nuance after viral moments. Keep an eye on her official handles for any follow-up. 7 • How will fans and peers react? Expect more commentary from fellow artists, influencers and cultural commentators in the next 48–72 hours as the clip continues to circulate.

Sources & further reading:

• Lip Service podcast clip & coverage (video). 8
• Independent.ng — “I Could Be A Second Wife, Tiwa Savage Says”. 9
• Pulse.ng — Interview coverage and quotes. 10
• Tribune Online — “I don’t mind becoming a second wife”. 11
• Punch — Video excerpt and write-up. 12

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