A Nigerian man has gone viral after declaring that he would never date a woman who earns ₦100,000 monthly, saying his partner must make at least ₦2 million per month to meet his standard.
The man, whose comments were captured in a trending video, insisted that financial compatibility is crucial in relationships. He said he does not want to be “dragged down” by someone who, in his view, cannot match his ambition and lifestyle.
While some users applauded his bold preference, many Nigerians criticized his stance as elitist, unrealistic, and dismissive of hardworking women who contribute meaningfully to relationships in ways beyond finances.
The debate has reignited long-standing conversations around gender roles, financial expectations in marriage, and whether men and women should insist on partners with equal earning power. Some argued that his remarks reflect a growing trend of transactional views on relationships in Nigerian society.
The viral discussion underscores how class, income gaps, and changing gender expectations are shaping modern dating culture in Nigeria
