Nigerian polygamist, John-Paul Ugwu, has sparked controversy after advising men to marry more women to support their first wife. In a Facebook post on Thursday, Ugwu described a good wife as one of the greatest blessings a man can receive after wealth and good health. He claimed that adding more wives ensures the first wife doesn’t bear the burden of responsibilities alone.
“The highest blessing you can receive from God after money and good health is a good woman,” Ugwu wrote. “When you marry a good wife, do not let her suffer; marry more to help her.” His statement has drawn mixed reactions, with some supporting his perspective on sharing responsibilities and others questioning its practicality and fairness.
Ugwu’s advice has reignited debates about polygamy in modern society, cultural values, and the dynamics of marital relationships. While polygamy remains accepted in some communities, the conversation highlights the evolving views on marriage and its complexities in contemporary Nigeria.
