Bushmaster69
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Im not Nigerian, but I have been to the continent several times.I have never been to Nigeria so I do not know...Nigerian posters can get me squared away if I'm in error.
I've not studied the country extensively, but I know it was colonized by the British.
I only bring that up because anytime I see some shyt like this - when someone is adamant about making someone else put themselves in a subservient role - I instantly start thinking their culture has Western European influence...cause what the fukk is that even about, especially to this degree?
I could be wrong, and like someone else alluded to here, this could be just for the cameras.
I'll just say if I was ole girl, I'd be out. Can't imagine what that situation would like if she had kids and that was their grandmother.
I can tell you across the continent respect of your elders, no matter how old you are, is of the up most importance. Especially when it comes to in- laws. Dowry, and other customs, are still in full effect. There are tribal/clan customs that are expected to be followed. Some people adhere to them more than others.
Nigerian women, especially Yoruba, are more animated in their speech/behaviours, so it comes off a bit harsh. But believe you me, even if she said nothing to that woman, she would tell her son not to marry her in private. You have to treat your in-laws of the up most respect.
This has nothing to do with westerm influence. Don't even give them that credit.
Have you not seen Nigerians prostrate to their elders before?