Nigerian rapper Erigga has ignited a contentious discussion on social media, asserting that Nigerian women primarily date for financial survival rather than romantic connection

Nigerian rapper Erigga has stirred up a storm of reactions with a bold statement posted on his X (formerly Twitter) page, alleging that Nigerian women predominantly engage in dating for financial stability rather than for romantic reasons.

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In his post, the rapper elaborated on his view, suggesting that for Nigerian women, financial security takes precedence over romance, and their expressions of love are fundamentally tied to monetary gestures.

According to Erigga, an “intentional man” is synonymous with a wealthy man, romance is equated with financial gifts, and love is demonstrated through paying their bills.

Erigga further contended that genuine relationships and authentic connections are lacking in Nigeria. “What you people are doing in Nigeria is not a relationship,” he stated.

Since the rapper shared his perspective, his controversial assertion has ignited widespread debate and elicited diverse reactions from social media users, with opinions sharply divided between those who agree with his observation and those who vehemently disagree.

The statement has become a trending topic, prompting discussions about the dynamics of relationships and the role of financial considerations in dating within the Nigerian context.