Outrage As Popular Nigerian pastor Asks Youths To Get Married Before Age 24

Pastor Kingsley Okonkwo, a well-known Nigerian cleric, has irked Nigerian youths with his recent comment.

The relationship counselor and coach gave his explanation at an event on why a man should get married at age 24.

He pointed out that many people in developed countries don’t live with their parents when they are 18 and are already exposed to responsibilities. He made reference to the large number of kids in Silicon Valley who are already billionaires and working on innovations that are reshaping the planet.

A 28-year-old guy in Nigeria is still living with his father and running errands.

“I don’t know why a man should be above 23 or 24 and not be married. Your mate in animal kingdom has grandchildren, and your mate at 18 in developed countries has left their parents’ house, which exposes them to responsibility really quickly.

But in Nigeria, you can be 28 and still be sucking your mother’s boobs, they are still sending you messages.

Your mate in Silicon Valley at 18 or 19 are already billionaires, they’re developing things that are changing the world”.

Some of the reactions to his statement read thus:

Elohim Elsha wrote, “This one is always patronizing people with his overwe!ght body. Probably cheats on his wife.

 Julezobi wrote, “The man will feed his family and extended family with Air and Water, pay bills with imagination. Take care of his kids by listening to this kind of sermon.

Tobiloba Amusa wrote, “To those of you attacking him. It’s obvious the situation of the country has restricted your brain. In developed countries, at 24 you are already working and in your apartment. You are already mature mentally. There is nothing bad if a 24-year-old man is married. Except he has not really found his soul mate. 2pac died at the age of 24, imagine his level of maturity when he was alive.

Gtb wrote, “That’s how these pastors pass wrong information and mislead the youths. Y’all just preach love and preach the gospel.

 I Am Popular Mike wrote, “I have never heard this man preach on any pillars of the faith, Christ, eternity, holiness. It’s always a marriage, relationship, sex. Please don’t pressurize to rush into something they’re not ready for.

Incredible MC wrote, “But I agree with the part where one should leave his parents early. It helps one become responsible and think up ways to make it. About marriage, when you stand well. Marriage will happen.

Edim David wrote, “This is so WRONG! Stop putting unnecessary pressure on people. This is why people marry wrongly.

Mayor wrote, “Age doesn’t determine when someone should get married. It’s a personal choice and timeline. For this economy?