Betty Irabor’s Touching Story: When Pride Met Love in a Door-Slamming Moment
Media powerhouse Betty Irabor has shared a heartwarming story about a marital tiff that turned into a powerful lesson on humility and love. The founder of Genevieve Magazine opened up about a memorable incident that tested her pride and ultimately strengthened her marriage to veteran broadcaster Soni Irabor.
In a candid Instagram post, Betty revealed how a heated argument led to her dramatically slamming their bedroom door – only to be immediately convicted by the Holy Spirit about her disrespectful behavior. Though initially resistant to the divine nudge to apologize, she eventually turned back, only to face rejection as her husband shooed her away. The day weighed heavily on her conscience until she spotted an opening when she heard Soni laughing at a movie later that evening.
What happened next was unexpected and touching. As Betty approached him with genuine remorse, dropping to her knees despite their aching condition, Soni’s response wasn’t one of triumph or revenge. Instead, he showed remarkable compassion, urgently helping her up while expressing concern for her physical comfort. This gesture of kindness, she admitted, moved her to tears.
“That’s my husband for you—kindness and compassion personified,” Betty reflected, using the experience to share wisdom about marriage. She emphasized that knowing when to back down isn’t weakness but wisdom, and that peace should always trump the need to be right.
The couple’s strong bond is no accident. Having celebrated their 42nd wedding anniversary in July, their journey together has weathered significant storms – from secondary infertility and miscarriage to Betty’s battle with depression. On their 37th anniversary, Betty had shared that successful marriages require consistent work, emphasizing commitment, empathy, communication, and trust as crucial ingredients.
Her parting message resonated deeply: “Marriage isn’t about who wins an argument; it’s about who guards the peace.” It’s a testament to how the Irabors have maintained their lasting union in an era where many high-profile marriages struggle to survive.
