Facebook Post Sparks Heated Debate About Polygamous Marriage
A Nigerian man has firmly responded to criticism about his brother's polygamous marriage arrangement after a social media user suggested the four wives were only interested in the man's wealth. The online exchange has sparked conversations about marriage motivations in contemporary Nigerian society.
The Viral Facebook Post That Started It All
Ahmad Tijani Mubarak originally shared a photograph of his brother, Sayyidi Muhammad Hafiz bn Khalifa, with his four wives on Monday, November 24. The family portrait was captioned with a thoughtful quote from philosopher Baruch Spinoza: "Minds, nevertheless, are not conquered by arms, but by love and generosity."
Hafiz had recently expanded his family, marrying his fourth wife in September 2025. Ahmad celebrated this union with the Arabic phrases "Ma Shaa Allah" and "Alhamdulillahi Rabbil Aalameen," expressing gratitude to God for the blessing of his brother's growing household.
The Critical Comment That Triggered Response
The peaceful family celebration took an unexpected turn when Facebook user Adagu Nuhu commented with a cynical perspective. Nuhu wrote: "They all married the man because of money not because of love. When money finishes they will find a way and thereafter be calling him stupid man."
This blunt assessment questioned the authenticity of the relationships, suggesting financial motivation rather than genuine affection as the foundation for the polygamous marriage.
Ahmad's Powerful Response to the Critic
Rather than ignoring the negative comment, Ahmad chose to address it directly with a thoughtful rebuttal. He responded to Nuhu with wise counsel that has since resonated with many social media users.
"Your situation cannot be likened to others," Ahmad wrote. "You only know yourself not others." He continued with advice that emphasized positivity: "Please try to always say something good to good things without being a pessimist. It will only lead you to doom."
The exchange highlights ongoing debates about marriage motivations in Nigeria, particularly concerning polygamous relationships. While some viewers supported Ahmad's defense of his brother's family, others questioned whether such skepticism about financial motivations in marriages reflects broader societal concerns.
The viral interaction continues to generate discussion about the complex interplay between love, financial stability, and cultural traditions in Nigerian marriage practices today.
