Well-known Kenyan television personality Lulu Hassan has revealed some details regarding the happy ending to her 15-year marriage to Rashid Abdalla.
In a recent candid interview at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC), Lulu provided an unusual recipe for marital bliss, arguing that the key to their happiness lies in keeping their arguments in the privacy of their bedroom. This is in stark contrast to the corny stories of love and harmony.
You may want to reconsider your assumption that Lulu Hassan and Rashid Abdalla were your average power couple.
This open discussion exposed an unexpectedly different aspect to their relationship—one that is very different from the flawless public persona they present.
The fascinating tale of how Lulu and Rashid met was revealed by the mother of three children. She clarified that having recently lost her mother, Rashid had first been a friend to her at a difficult moment when she needed someone to lean on.
After growing from a helpful friend to a significant role in her life and eventually becoming a devoted husband, Rashid and she are currently commemorating 15 years of marriage. She said, “Rashid alikuja kama rafiki kwanza,” which means that their bond was formed via companionship and assistance to one another.
“Unajua ile time mumefiliwa you need a shoulder to lean on and stuff hivyo ndio niliona rashid niliona huyu ni kama baba mwenye nilikuwa sina kwa familia. Hivyo ndio kidogo kidogo tu mapenzi ilikuja na sai tukona watoto watatu na 15 years in marriage.
Their handling of disagreement is what makes their marriage so contentious. Lulu disclosed that they never argue in public; when they do, they keep their arguments to themselves in their bedroom and don’t carry them over into the following day.
“Sisi ni marafiki hatukorofishani na kama tutakorofishana tutakorofishana tutafanya ndani ya room na hataiendelea hadi the next day. Hatujai beba makasiriko to the next day.
Their unusual habit of “fighting in bed” is how they manage to have a nice and calm relationship. It’s undoubtedly a contentious strategy that goes against conventional relationship counsel that promotes candid communication during arguments.
Lulu also praised Rashid’s character and his commitment to his career. He was a wonderful friend and a nice husband, according to her. She even spoke positively about a “bad” argument they had once, suggesting that these kinds of arguments weren’t often and didn’t stay with her. She expressed her enthusiasm for Rashid’s attributes by highlighting his workaholic tendencies, wisdom, and affection.
Citizen TV´s Lulu Hassan and husband, Rashid Abdalla
