- Nollywood actor Deyemi Okanlawon has gone viral after saying he would quit acting and become a house husband if his wife earned between $1 million and $10 million yearly.
- His statement sparked heated reactions online, with Nigerians debating gender roles, marriage dynamics, and financial responsibility in relationships.
Nollywood actor Deyemi Okanlawon has stirred conversations online after revealing that he would gladly become a house husband if his wife earned between $1 million and $10 million annually.
Speaking on the idea of women becoming major providers in marriages, the actor stated that he has no issue with his wife being the breadwinner if the financial situation is comfortable enough for the family.
“If my wife makes $1–10 million per annum, I’ll quit acting and be a house husband,” he said.
The statement quickly sparked mixed reactions on social media, with many Nigerians debating traditional gender roles, marriage expectations, and financial responsibilities in relationships.
@realidraphael wrote, “Men deserves to be treated as kings too…. Women should also make the effort of providing for their husbands.”
@SolaTransforma commented, “Men can be good house husbands too.”
Reacting differently, @PAtubobienemi wrote, “Men used to build empires — now they’re applying for house husband positions.”
@LyfAcrosBorders added, “That’s nice if they both have that understanding.”
@adeaga_raphael also reacted, saying, “He has made it so it’s easy to say 😂.”
Sharing his opinion, @iceman_1635 wrote, “Let’s be honest, He has spoken the mind of most men.”
Another user, @wonsbyte, warned, “Dangerous move though. One day the wife might do a Funke move on her. The coup he pulled on JJC chasing him out of her house. Just one cheat is enough to send you back to Ikorodu.”
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