Media personality Chioma Amaryllis Aghaghotu has stirred debate with her assertion that any child born to a wife while she is married belongs to her husband, regardless of biological ties. In a Facebook post on Tuesday, she addressed men who support polygamy, citing ancestral traditions, yet also advocate for DNA tests to confirm paternity.
Bride Price and Ancestral Wisdom
Aghaghotu argued that according to ancestral beliefs, the bride price paid by a husband covers all children born under his roof. She questioned the logic of men who embrace the idea that "men are polygamous in nature" while simultaneously demanding DNA tests. She stated, "If you accept your ancestors' wisdom on polygamy, you should also accept their wisdom on paternity."
A Contradiction in Modern Polygamy
She emphasized that it is contradictory for proponents of polygamy to be fans of DNA testing. "Any child your wife bears under your roof belongs to you," she wrote, challenging the consistency of those who pick and choose which ancestral practices to follow. Her comments have sparked discussions on marriage, tradition, and modern science.
The post has garnered significant attention online, with many weighing in on the intersection of culture, religion, and contemporary family dynamics. Aghaghotu's perspective highlights ongoing tensions between traditional values and modern practices in Nigerian society.
