During an interview on Channels Television, Senator Ned Nwoko, who represents Delta North Senatorial District, drew public attention with comments about his approach to marriage.
The politician, who is known for practicing polygamy, stated that he believes every man should have more than one wife.
When asked how he manages harmony in a household with four wives, Nwoko responded with humor:
“I’m sure you have a wife and also have girlfriends. Just imagine me telling you to stand on one leg; you know how difficult that is.
But to stand on two, three, or four legs is much more balanced. That’s the example.
I feel sorry for those who have only one wife because it’s difficult to stand on one leg.”
Addressing the question of whether the Bible supports polygamy, he said:
“Well, the Old Testament does, and I am a man of the Old Testament and also a man of faith.”
Speaking on rumors of domestic violence, he dismissed them, saying:
“No, come on. I’m not a violent person. I respect my wives, I love them, and I love my kids. So, no, not at all.”
Nwoko, who is a lawyer, businessman, and lawmaker, is married to Nollywood actress Regina Daniels. He has often defended polygamy as a traditional and practical way of life.
His latest comments have sparked mixed reactions across social media, as many continue to debate his views.
See some comments below:
@DamiTheCooker: “In a country where 80% of its people live below $1 daily. Misplaced priority! How do you intend to reduce overpopulation? Guess he thinks everyone is a senator and controls billions of naira just like him.”
@Ayobami: “That’s the rule. Marry one if you love your wife, marry more than one if you love yourself.”
@Omotola: “A man drowning in his own household chaos now thinks he’s qualified to give marriage advice? There’s nothing noble about polygamy, it’s greed and insecurity painted as tradition.”
@John: “You think every man has access to public funds like you to acquire wives? Every man doesn’t have the capacity to manage the mental stress of many wives.”
@NaijaBudgetBro: “Senator is comparing marriage to standing on four legs. No wonder the country is crawling some people confuse balance with chaos.”
@Abubakar Sanni: “Stop giving this n*nsense advice online. Do you think a poor man can marry more than one wife? I don’t understand.”
