A 36-year-old Nigerian man has ignited a heated debate on social media after publicly sharing a detailed list of his criteria for a wife, emphasizing that his future partner must be younger than 24 years old.
The man, identified as Joshua, took to the X platform (formerly Twitter) to outline his preferences in a life partner. His strict requirements quickly drew attention, sparking widespread controversy and discussions online.
Among his specific conditions, one of the most debated aspects was his insistence that his prospective wife should be “not older than 24.” This particular criterion triggered significant backlash from social media users, with many questioning his expectations and the notable age gap.
Joshua’s full post read:
“Hi, my name is Joshua. Age: 36y/o Status: Single Genotype: AA Blood group: O+ Choice of partner; -Must be a VIRGIN -Not older than 24 -Must be doing well for herself financially -Dark skin is preferred Money is not a problem for me. Note: I don’t like FAT girls.”
The post quickly went viral, drawing mixed reactions from internet users. While some criticized his expectations as being unrealistic, problematic, and indicative of a controlling mindset, others defended his right to have personal preferences in choosing a partner.
Many critics pointed out the double standards in relationships, arguing that a 36-year-old man seeking a significantly younger wife with such rigid conditions might struggle to find a match. Others accused him of reinforcing outdated gender norms and imposing unrealistic standards on women.
One social media user, @Charlesluminous, weighed in on the debate, stating, “When a woman comes out to state her requirements like this, ladies cheer her on saying ‘Go girl, you deserve the best, don’t settle for less.’ But when a man unapologetically states his own, ladies start calling him delusional. This is the reason he’s still single. Wow.”
Another user, @CipsonNn, sarcastically commented, “Imagine a 24-year-old financially stable virgin woman waiting to be deflowered by a 36-year-old OLD man 🙂↕️.”
As the debate continued, some users pointed out the societal double standards in dating preferences, while others maintained that Joshua’s expectations were impractical. The discussion highlighted ongoing conversations around age gaps in relationships, gender roles, and personal choice in partner selection.
Despite the backlash, Joshua has not responded to the criticism, leaving social media users to continue debating the controversial post.