A new controversy over marriage expectations has emerged online, after former presidential aide Reno Omokri’s strong counsel to men on selecting a lifetime companion.

Omokri, writing on X, warned men to be cautious about the type of woman they marry, warning against partnerships based on financial dependency rather than collaboration.

In his post, Omokri recommended men to marry women who genuinely want a husband and life companion, rather than those seeking financial sponsorship.

“Dear men, Marry a woman who wants a husband and life partner,” he wrote.

He advised against marrying a lady who sees her husband as a source of financial support for a costly lifestyle, family duties, and unending future expectations.

He believes that marriage should be about contribution and shared growth, rather than financial transfer by one party.

“You need a contributor in your life, not someone whose only ambition after marriage is to be a distributor of your wealth, which she did not contribute to building.

“That’s the difference between marrying a buddy and wedding a burden,” he added.

His statements rapidly drew notice and elicited diverse reactions from netizens.

Many people supported his viewpoint, citing it as important advise for young guys planning to marry.

See reactions below;

Nell, however, offered a different perspective. She wrote: “Exactlyl, but what if the real problem isn’t her spending, it’s expecting men to act like walking banks? Wealth isn’t love, ambition shared is what keeps marriage alive.”

Emeka strongly supported Omokri’s message. He commented: “Young men in search for wife. This is solid advice. Adhering to it will not fail you. Marriage is one of the most important decision to make. Choose wisely.”

Mosafejo argued that financial capacity also matters. He wrote: “Normally your advice is the true best. But a man who knows he is or can be making 100m Naira a month can be giving 7m to a woman/her family, no distribution.

“Problem is when other entities hijacked the man sources of income and attached his problem to 7m he was giving the woman”.

Jacob shifted the focus to emotional responsibility in relationships. He stated: “The biggest lie we’re told is. Be with someone who make you happy. The truth is happiness is something you create by yourself. BE WITH SOMEONE WHO ADD HAPPINESS TO YOU.”

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