Nigerian Woman Says Married Women Need Their Husbands’ Consent Before Using Their Salaries
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A Nigerian woman has sparked debate after claiming that a married woman’s salary belongs to her husband. In a social-media post shared on Wednesday, August 26, 2026, she said women should not spend their income without first getting their husbands’ consent. Her view is likely to reopen conversations about marriage, financial independence and decision-making in Nigerian homes.
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