Drama as Nigerian Man Demolishes House He Built for Mother-in-Law After Wife Divorces Him!

Drama as Nigerian Man Demolishes House He Built for Mother-in-Law After Wife Divorces Him!

Reported By Marian Opeyemi Fasesan (Editor-in-Chief) | Sele Media Africa Journalist

In a dramatic turn of events that has ignited widespread reactions online, a Nigerian man identified as Okon Michael reportedly demolished a bungalow he had built for his mother-in-law, shortly after his wife divorced him.

According to social media posts circulating online, the incident unfolded following the breakdown of Okon Michael’s marriage two years after tying the knot. During the marriage, he had constructed a small bungalow as a gesture of goodwill and support for his then wife’s mother.

However, after the divorce was finalized — reportedly because his wife claimed she had “found the man of her dreams” — Okon allegedly returned to the property and pulled down the house he had built.

The demolition has since sparked debate across social media and community circles, with many questioning the emotional and ethical implications of his actions. While some online users have criticised the act as petty and emotionally driven, others argue that Okon had every right to manage or remove a property he fully funded.

Community members and neighbours, according to the original posts, expressed shock over the move, noting that relationships with in-laws and extended family are traditionally held in high regard in many Nigerian cultures.

As reactions continue to grow online, legal observers have weighed in that such actions, while technically private property decisions, could have broader societal and legal implications if contested in court.

Citation

1. ModernGhana – “Man demolishes mother-in-law’s house after divorce with her daughter” — https://www.modernghana.com/news/1468953/man-demolishes-mother-in-laws-house-after-divorce.html

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Marian Opeyemi Fasesan

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Marian Opeyemi Fasesan is a dynamic journalist and editorial leader committed to excellence in news reporting and storytelling. As the Editor-in-Chief of Sele Media Africa, she ensures daily operations run smoothly while upholding the highest editorial standards. With a strong eye for detail and deep understanding of audience engagement, Marian coordinates content across platforms, guiding teams to produce compelling, timely, and credible news. Her leadership reflects the heart of Sele Media Africa’s mission—to inform, inspire, and elevate voices across the continent.

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