Ini Edo Opens Up on Choosing Surrogacy Due to Pregnancy Challenges
Renowned Nollywood actress Ini Edo has shared her decision to pursue surrogacy after facing challenges with carrying pregnancies to term. The revelation came during her appearance on Season 3 of the reality show Young, Famous, and African, where she also discussed her journey to motherhood and addressed questions about her child’s paternity.
During an interaction with her co-stars, the actress disclosed that her struggles with fertility led her to explore alternative paths to motherhood.
Responding to inquiries, she confirmed:
- On having a child: “Yes, a baby girl.”
- On marital status: “I’m not married.”
- On the father’s involvement: “No, he does not have anything to do with us. It’s just me and my daughter.”
Opening up further, Ini Edo said, “I never thought I would have fertility issues, but I had challenges carrying pregnancies long term. After going through six miscarriages and realizing I wasn’t getting any younger, I explored my options and chose surrogacy. It’s a decision I’m very happy with.”
The actress also revealed that her journey involved IVF procedures and that she now raises her daughter independently. “There was no man in my life at the time I wanted to have a child, but I was determined to become a mother,” she added.
Ini Edo’s candid account sheds light on the resilience and determination many face in the pursuit of parenthood.
Background
The 42-year-old actress was previously married to Nigerian-American businessman Philip Ehiagwina. The couple wed in 2008 but divorced in 2014. Ini Edo’s openness about her surrogacy journey continues to inspire conversations around fertility and alternative paths to parenting.
