“If you disrespect him in my presence, what will you do when alone?” — Pastor Eno Jerry Eze says
Pastor Eno Jerry Eze has sparked discussions online after a sermon addressing the conduct of women in relationships.
Speaking to hercongregation, the pastor emphasised that women should submit to their partners.
“Anything anybody want to tell you let them tell you but you see this one submission? We must submit ourselves as women. We must!” she stated, urging young women to uphold respect and decorum in the presence of men.
Observations of young women
Pastor Eno recounted instances from her counselling sessions where women openly displayed disrespect in front of him.
“I see women, young girls, 28, 27, 32 when I’m counselling them if you see the way they are eying the man, if you see the disrespect in front of me… calling him ‘f00lish man’ in front of me, not behind me, and I look at them and I say if you can do this in my presence what will you be doing to him when you are alone?” she said.
Online reactions
The pastor’s comments have divided social media users. Supporters argue that his message reinforces values of respect and commitment within relationships, while critics describe the statement as outdated and patriarchal.
Conversations online highlight ongoing debates in Nigerian society about gender roles, morality, and expectations within romantic partnerships.
Many users questioned whether such advice aligns with modern views on equality and mutual respect in relationships.
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“Anyone can say whatever they want to say, but we women must submit to our husbands.”
— Pastor Eno Jerry Eze says. pic.twitter.com/1qCq6c8lny
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