Leo Umana, the Executive Director of the Akwa Ibom State Internal Revenue Service (AKIRS), has sparked a lively debate online with a controversial piece of advice directed at men.

In a Facebook post on Monday, the top revenue official cautioned men to be wary of women who do not express financial needs or ask for monetary assistance.

Umana’s post, which has since garnered significant attention and mixed reactions across social media platforms, stated:
“Brothers: Avoid any woman that doesn’t love money or ask you for money. You will be poorer than she met you.”

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This unconventional advice from a prominent figure in Akwa Ibom State’s financial sector has been interpreted in various ways. Some online commentators have viewed it as a tongue-in-cheek remark, while others have engaged in more serious discussions about the dynamics of relationships and financial expectations.

The statement has particularly resonated within Nigerian social media circles, where conversations around relationships, finances, and gender roles are often prominent. Umana’s position seemingly suggests that a woman’s willingness to seek financial support could be an indicator of certain relationship dynamics, although the exact reasoning behind his advice remains open to interpretation.

This unusual counsel from the Akwa Ibom revenue boss is likely to continue generating discussion and diverse opinions among both men and women in Nigeria and beyond. It touches upon sensitive topics related to financial responsibility, expectations in relationships, and the perceived roles of men and women.