A Nigerian man identified as Joshua has ignited conversations on social media after publicly stating the minimum income a woman must earn before he would consider dating her.
According to the media personality, who shared his opinion via his X (formerly Twitter) handle @JJExclusive1, he has a firm financial standard when it comes to relationships.
Joshua declared that he cannot date a woman who earns less than ₦500,000 monthly.
“I can’t date a girl that doesn’t earn minimum N500k a month… not like I need your money…”
He clarified that his preference is not about depending on a partner financially. Instead, he explained that he values financial independence and wants a woman who can comfortably cater to her own lifestyle without relying on him.
His Reasoning
Joshua emphasized that:
He does not need a woman’s money for his upkeep.
He prefers a financially stable partner.
He wants someone who can handle her expenses independently.
Social Media Reactions
As expected, his statement triggered mixed reactions online:
Some supported him, arguing that men are allowed to have financial standards just like many women openly state theirs.
Others criticized him, saying love and compatibility should matter more than income.
A few users pointed out that ₦500,000 monthly income is above what many working-class Nigerians earn, making his standard unrealistic.
Some also questioned whether income alone determines financial responsibility.
The debate has once again highlighted the growing conversation around money, expectations, and gender roles in modern relationships.
Published by Ejoh Caleb
