A true Igbo man is like the Agu, he is fearless and takes delight in providing for his family no matter the odd.
This is why an Igbo man has no problem marrying a financially unstable woman as far as she is willing to struggle with him and manage his wealth and home.
Few men who married women in the past for financial gains, had themselves to blame at the long run.
Because, it is rare to find a woman who could foot the family’s bill without trying to Lord over her husband.
None of our Igbo ancestors ever asked a woman what she brings to the table.
Rather he prepares the table before her and let her manage it.
This is why the ancient Igbo men referred to their wives as either Oriaku ( One who comes to enjoy wealth) or Odiziaku ( One who comes to take care of wealth).
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