“Before a man sends 100k to his mother, he’ll send 5 million to a side chick”— Yhemolee
Nigerian socialite and influencer Yhemolee has sparked conversation online after candidly discussing men’s spending habits in relationships, particularly highlighting how some prioritise side partners over family responsibilities.
The statement, made during an interview on Wednesday, has reignited debates about financial priorities, cultural expectations, and filial duty in modern Nigerian society.
Socialite exposes spending habits
According to Yhemolee, it is common for men to lavish large sums on extramarital partners while providing minimal support to their mothers, who are often considered central figures in Nigerian families.
He also admitted that he personally engaged in this behaviour in the past, emphasising the widespread nature of the practice.
“Before a man sends 100k to his mother, he go don send one side chick 5 million. Even me, I don run am. It’s not just me; you see it everywhere. Men focus on impressing women outside their homes while forgetting the very people who raised them,” he said
Public reactions and cultural reflections
The discussion echoes previous controversies in 2025, when several Nigerian celebrities faced criticism for prioritising extravagant lifestyle choices over family obligations.
Social commentators argue that Yhemolee’s admission, though personal, highlights a recurring cultural concern about financial responsibility and respect for elders.
The post has circulated widely across X and Instagram, prompting debates about morality, accountability, and the pressure on men to maintain both social status and family duties.
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Before a man send 100k to his mother, he go don send one side chick 5 million. Even me, I don run am.”
— Yhemolee pic.twitter.com/LBOJpJomU8
— Cleverly 💐 (@Cleverlydey4u) March 26, 2026