A marriage drama involving a Nigerian couple has set social media ablaze after allegations emerged that a man abandoned his wife in Nigeria after convincing her to travel from Australia.
The story, which first surfaced on X (formerly Twitter), quickly went viral, triggering heated debates and sharply divided opinions among users across the platform.
How the Alleged Incident Happened
According to the viral post, the man allegedly persuaded his wife to accompany him from Australia to Nigeria under the pretext of attending his parents’ anniversary celebration.
However, upon their arrival in Nigeria, the situation reportedly took a drastic turn. The man was accused of confiscating his wife’s travel documents and phone before returning alone to Australia—leaving her stranded.
Disagreement Over Childbirth at the Centre
Further details revealed that the couple had long-standing disagreements about childbirth.
The wife allegedly stated that she did not wish to carry a pregnancy herself and preferred surrogacy instead. This position reportedly clashed with the husband’s beliefs, as he insisted that his wife must personally carry a pregnancy.
According to the post, the man viewed her stance as a deal-breaker, reportedly stating that the marriage should end if she was unwilling to have children herself.
“He says if you don’t want to carry pregnancy then marriage is over. Let him find someone who is willing to be a wife,” the post claimed.
Marriage Timeline and Dowry Claims
The couple reportedly got married in 2022, while the woman relocated to Australia in 2024 to join her husband.
It was further alleged that the man’s family had begun the process of returning the woman’s dowry—an act traditionally seen as signalling the end of a marriage.
Despite the backlash, the woman was said to have stood firmly by her decision, insisting that no one had the right to force her into pregnancy against her will.
She reportedly maintained that decisions concerning her body should remain hers alone, regardless of marital or cultural expectations.
Social Media Reactions: Support, Criticism, and Doubt
The story sparked intense reactions online, with opinions split down the middle.
Some users supported the man’s actions. One user, Bobby, wrote, “The man is smart and should be considered a genius.”
Another user, Black Pope, dismissed the authenticity of the story but still backed the husband’s stance, saying, “Even though this never happened, there will never be a world where I won’t support the man’s decision.”
Others strongly defended the woman’s autonomy. VickyPipe commented, “The woman no want stress for her life, plus na she know wetin she dey protect for her body.”
Meanwhile, some users criticised the entire debate. Biggy Bounty wrote, “Some people will always support bad things. Which nonsense discussion will they have before marriage?”
A Debate With No Easy Answers
The original poster questioned whether the situation could have been handled differently—asking if compromise was possible or if the man acted too harshly.
As the debate continues, the story has reopened broader conversations about marriage expectations, bodily autonomy, cultural beliefs, and the importance of clear discussions before tying the knot.
Published by Ejoh Caleb
