A Nigerian man has shared a story of how he used clever psychology instead of confrontation to help a friend resolve a persistent domestic issue involving his wife's younger sister.
The Root of the Domestic Tension
The situation began when a friend reached out to Muhammad Jibo last week with a specific complaint. The friend was frustrated because his sister-in-law would frequently visit his home with her friends. During these visits, they would consume all the noodles and eggs he had purchased specifically for his children.
This was not a one-time occurrence but a recurring problem that was causing significant strain. The man had tried the direct approach, complaining to his wife about her sister's behaviour on several occasions. However, his wife refused to take any action or address the issue with her younger sibling, leaving the husband feeling helpless and his children's snacks consistently depleted.
A Strategic Piece of Advice
After hearing the complaint, Jibo promised to call his friend back with a plan. He thought of a tactical solution designed to avoid further marital conflict. His advice was simple yet strategic.
He instructed the man to stage a phone call with a friend. During this call, he was to confide that he had developed feelings for one of his sister-in-law's friends who regularly came to the house. The crucial part of the plan was to ensure his wife was within earshot to overhear this fabricated confession.
The logic was clear: the revelation would create a scenario where the wife, motivated by a new concern, would naturally want to limit her sister's visits to protect her marriage, thereby solving the original problem without a direct fight.
The Effective Outcome
The friend implemented the plan exactly as advised. The result was swift and effective. Muhammad Jibo reported that his friend called back to give an update. Since making that staged phone call, not only had the sister-in-law's friends stopped coming over, but the sister-in-law herself had not shown up at their house.
As of the time of sharing the story, which was on March 12, 2025, it had been a full week since the tactic was applied, and the unwanted visits had completely ceased. Jibo concluded his narration with a lesson for his social media audience, emphasizing that many spousal disputes can be solved with logical thinking rather than heated arguments.
This incident, originally shared on a blog by Linda Ikeji, highlights a unique approach to resolving common family tensions that many Nigerians might find relatable, advocating for wisdom over warfare in the home.
