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During a recent interview on Channels Television, Senator Ned Nwoko, who represents Delta North Senatorial District, stirred controversy with his bold remarks on marriage.
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Known for his polygamous lifestyle, the lawmaker said he believes “every man should marry more than one wife.”
Nwoko Defends Polygamy with a Unique Analogy
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When asked how he manages to live peacefully with four wives, Nwoko replied humorously, “I’m sure you have a wife and also have girlfriends. Just imagine me telling you to stand on one leg; you know how difficult that is.
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“But to stand on two, three, or four legs is much more balanced. That’s the example.” He added jokingly, “I feel sorry for those who have only one wife because it’s difficult to stand on one leg.”
Responding to a question about the Bible’s position on polygamy, the senator said, “Well, the Old Testament does, and I am a man of the Old Testament and also a man of faith.”
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Says He Has No Plans for More Wives
When asked if he plans to marry more wives, Nwoko laughed and said, “Well, look, that’s not what we are here for.” But when pressed on whether he would make the same choice again, he replied confidently, “Of course, yes. I’ll do the same thing again and again.”
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Addressing comments about his preference for young and beautiful women, he smiled and said, “That’s just the way it is and the way it should be.”
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Denies Domestic Violence Allegations
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Reacting to rumours of domestic vi%lence, Nwoko dismissed them, saying, “No, come on. I’m not a vi%lent person. I respect my wives, I love them, and I love my kids. So, no, not at all.”
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Nwoko, a lawyer, businessman, and politician, is married to popular actress Regina Daniels. He is also a vocal supporter of polygamy, often describing it as both traditional and practical.
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Nigerians React Online
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His remarks have sparked mixed reactions on social media as users expressed their views.
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DamiTheCooker wrote: “In a country where 80% of its people live below $1 daily. Misplaced priority! How do you intend to reduce overpopulation? Guess he thinks everyone is a senator and controls billions of naira just like him.”
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Ayobami said: “That’s the rule. Marry one if you love your wife, marry more than one if you love yourself.”
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Omotola commented: “A man drowning in his own household chaos now thinks he’s qualified to give marriage advice? There’s nothing noble about polygamy, it’s greed and insecurity painted as tradition.”
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John added: “You think every man has access to public funds like you to acquire wives? Every man doesn’t have the capacity to manage the mental stress of many wives.”
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NaijaBudgetBro quipped: “Senator is comparing marriage to standing on four legs. No wonder the country is crawling — some people confuse balance with chaos.”
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Abubakar Sanni said: “Stop giving this n*nsense advice online. Do you think a poor man can marry more than one wife? I don’t understand.”
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