The wife of popular Nigerian actor and comedian Victor Nwaogu, widely known as Nkubi, has ignited widespread reactions online after sharing a troubling experience she allegedly had with a medical doctor during a routine pregnancy scan.
In a video that has since gone viral on social media, Mrs. Nkubi recounted what she described as an insensitive and discriminatory remark made by the doctor after reviewing her scan results.
The Alleged Comment
According to her, the doctor asked whether there was a history of dwarfism in her family. She responded that her husband has dwarfism. What followed, she said, left her stunned.
“When I did my scan and handed it to the doctor, the doctor was like, does anyone have a trait of dwarfism in your family?” she explained.
“I said yes, it was my husband. The doctor said, why didn’t you go to your brother-in-law or go outside to get pregnant instead of getting pregnant for your husband, or even get a sperm donor.”
Expressing her shock, Mrs. Nkubi added, “That is what a doctor told me. Dwarfs are not given equal rights in this country at all.”
Her statement has since sparked intense conversations about discrimination, medical ethics, and the treatment of people living with dwarfism in Nigeria.
Social Media Reactions
As expected, the video triggered mixed reactions from Nigerians online.
Some users condemned the alleged remark, describing it as highly unprofessional and discriminatory.
Winneralways wrote, “That’s a bad doctor. Get him arrested by all means. He has already corrupted some ladies’ minds. Poison.”
Dear Universe commented, “It’s shocking that anyone would suggest such things. This highlights how much work is still needed to ensure basic rights and dignity for people with dwarfism.”
Shebanyan criticised societal hypocrisy, stating, “For a supposedly religious country who preaches all humans are God’s creatures and are equal in the eyes of the Lord, I have never seen hypocrites like Nigerians. Preaching what they don’t practice.”
However, not everyone agreed with the outrage.
DatMorfan defended the doctor’s position, arguing that discussing genetic risks is not necessarily discriminatory.
“He’s not far from the truth because I’m sure you paid for the advice (counseling). He didn’t do or say anything bad,” the user wrote.
Another commenter suggested that knowingly having children despite potential genetic risks could be irresponsible — a view that sparked further debate.
The Broader Conversation
While medical professionals are expected to ask about family history during pregnancy assessments, critics argue that suggesting alternative partners or sperm donors crosses a professional line.
The controversy has reopened conversations about disability rights, reproductive autonomy, and how medical practitioners communicate sensitive information.
Many advocates stress that providing genetic counseling is appropriate, but it must be done respectfully and without judgment. Others argue that reproductive decisions ultimately belong to couples, not doctors.
As the debate continues online, the incident has once again spotlighted the challenges faced by people living with dwarfism in Nigeria — particularly in areas of marriage, parenthood, and social acceptance.
For now, neither the doctor involved nor relevant medical authorities have publicly responded to the allegation.
Published by Ejoh Caleb
