Nigerian singer, Adekunle Gold, has revealed that he would not have married his wife, Simi, if she had an SS or AS genotype.
The singer made the disclosure during a podcast, where he spoke about the importance of genotype compatibility before marriage.
According to Adekunle Gold, Simi is AA, adding that they conducted a genotype test before getting married.
‘I wouldn’t have married my wife Simi if she were SS or AS. She’s AA,’ he said.
The singer explained that his decision was influenced by concerns about bringing children into the world who could face the challenges associated with sickle cell disease.
‘I don’t think it makes sense to bring a child into this world and make them go through all that,’ he added.
Adekunle Gold stressed that genotype testing was part of the preparations he and Simi made before their marriage.
‘We did a genotype test before we got married,’ he said.
Genotype compatibility is commonly considered an important factor for couples planning to have children, particularly because certain combinations can increase the possibility of having a child with sickle cell disease.
Adekunle Gold and Simi have been married since 2019.