Real reason monogamy not working in Africa – Okey Bakassi

Popular comedian and actor Okey Bakassi has ignited a heated conversation about marriage and relationships in Africa.

During his appearance on the Honest Bunch Podcast, Bakassi shared his perspective, arguing that polygamy is a more suitable form of marriage for the African context, claiming that monogamy is not working for many.

According to the entertainer, numerous individuals in monogamous marriages are merely pretending to be happy. He further questioned the distinction between polygamy and monogamy, pointing out that while polygamy permits multiple marriages simultaneously, monogamy often involves abandoning one partner to be with another.

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He said: “Forget all the lip services that we pay to polygamy here. I still think that polygamy is the best form of marriage for Africa. Monogamy is not working.

“We are pretending. Now, what’s the difference between polygamy and monogamy? Polygamy says you can marry two people at the same time. Monogamy says you cannot marry them at the same time, you have to let one go. What if you don’t want to let one go?”