In a classic case of what goes around comes around, a Nigerian man's viral social media post has captured the irony of relationship dynamics in modern Nigeria.
The Original 'Simp' Incident
Bello Aliyu Onoruoyiza found himself at the receiving end of sarcastic comments when his friend caught him performing what some might consider an unusual chore for a Nigerian husband. The incident occurred when his friend visited and discovered Bello washing his wife's clothes.
"My friend met me washing my wife's clothes and he called me a simp sarcastically," Bello recalled in his now-viral Facebook post shared on Saturday, November 16, 2025. The term 'simp' has gained popularity in Nigerian slang to describe men who are perceived as being overly attentive or submissive to women.
The Tables Turn Dramatically
In a surprising twist of fate, the same friend who had mocked Bello's domestic contributions now finds himself running errands for his own partner. According to Bello's account, his friend has only set a wedding date but is already being dispatched to the market for grocery shopping.
"Now, he has only set a date for a wedding but they don de send am go market go buy atarodo and tatashey," Bello wrote, highlighting the humorous reversal of circumstances. The mention of specific food items - atarodo (pepper) and tatashey (a type of pepper used in Nigerian cooking) - adds authentic local flavor to the story.
Broader Implications for Nigerian Relationships
Bello's experience touches on evolving gender roles and expectations in Nigerian relationships. His warning, "If e never reach you, no use yeye eye look person. Your own for worst tomorrow," serves as a caution against judging others' relationship choices.
The story has resonated with many Nigerians who see it as reflecting changing dynamics in modern marriages, where shared domestic responsibilities are becoming more common despite lingering traditional expectations.
This viral anecdote demonstrates how Nigerian relationship culture is gradually evolving, with more men participating in household chores that were traditionally considered women's work.
