Mixed reactions as Nigerian couple in Canada fight over domestic chores

A Nigerian couple based in Canada generated heated debate on social media after a video of them arguing over responsibilities in the home emerged.

The couple were seen in the video engaging in a heated exchange as they shared their grievances.

The wife accused her husband of not helping with domestic chores despite sharing all household bills equally.

The woman, visibly angry said her husband must help with household chores to reduce the responsibilities on her.

In response, the husband said his wife must also contribute to the upkeep of the home because she also earns a salary.

The video has generated several reactions as netizens shared their opinions.

While some agree with the man for not doing household chores as it is not "his duty”, others criticized him for not being considerate to the plight of his wife.

Here are some comments from viewers:

kennyninobrown: "If you both are sharing the bills 50:50 why subject her to do all the chores alone?"

betty_nwabunike: "Don’t worry they will still settle it and still sleep on the same bed tonight My question is why was it recorded and posted"

Itzpelumi: "Helping your wife with the little things should be normalized in Nigeria home. I believe in the southwest, this is practiced."

LoverOfGod00: "Two children in a marriage because how is chores that much of a big deal. He doesn’t even respect his daughter"

TalktoTosin09: "2 wrongs don’t make a right. Nigerian men, learn to help your wives, they are not slaves."

Morgan40125185: "The man is supposed to help, the same way a woman should contribute to the household bills. One person alone no fit carry abroad problem for head. The system is meant for the two people to assist each other; watch how white people do theirs."

Nigerian husband and wife in Canada argue over domestic house chores in their home.

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