The wife of prominent Nigerian pastor and Streams of Joy International leader, Jerry Eze, has set social media ablaze with her recent relationship advice directed at career-oriented married women.
Ivy Eze-Jerry, during what appeared to be a relationship counseling session, dropped what many are calling controversial advice that has since gone viral across Nigerian social media platforms.
The Controversial Advice That Divided Opinions
In her message, Mrs. Eze-Jerry specifically addressed women who are deeply invested in their careers, suggesting they should be willing to sacrifice professional opportunities for the sake of their marriages.
"If you are a career woman and your husband says 'I don't want you to work,' please stop working," she declared emphatically during the session that was captured on video.
She didn't stop there, extending her advice to educational pursuits as well: "If your husband says 'I don't want you to go to school,' please don't go."
Social Media Erupts With Mixed Reactions
The clip quickly spread across Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook, triggering a firestorm of reactions from Nigerians of all backgrounds.
Supporters of her position argued that her advice aligns with biblical principles of submission in marriage and prioritizing family unity above individual ambitions.
Critics, however, slammed the advice as regressive and potentially dangerous, suggesting it could enable controlling behavior in marriages and set women's rights back decades.
The Balancing Act: Career vs Marriage in Modern Nigeria
This controversy touches on an ongoing conversation in Nigerian society about the delicate balance between professional aspirations and marital responsibilities.
Many working Nigerian women face the constant challenge of navigating career ambitions while maintaining harmonious family relationships, making this topic particularly resonant.
As the debate continues to rage online, it's clear that Pastor Jerry Eze's wife has struck a nerve in the ongoing conversation about gender roles, marriage dynamics, and women's empowerment in contemporary Nigerian society.
