“Earlier than a person sends 100k to his mom, he’ll ship 5 million to a facet chick”— Yhemolee
Nigerian socialite and influencer Yhemolee has sparked dialog on-line after candidly discussing males’s spending habits in relationships, notably highlighting how some prioritise facet companions over household duties.
The assertion, made throughout an interview on Wednesday, has reignited debates about {financial} priorities, cultural expectations, and filial responsibility in fashionable Nigerian society.
Socialite exposes spending habits
In response to Yhemolee, it’s common for males to lavish massive sums on extramarital companions whereas offering minimal assist to their moms, who are sometimes thought-about central figures in Nigerian households.
He additionally admitted that he personally engaged on this behaviour up to now, emphasising the widespread nature of the follow.
“Earlier than a person sends 100k to his mom, he go don ship one facet chick 5 million. Even me, I don run am. It’s not simply me; you see it in every single place. Males give attention to impressing ladies outdoors their houses whereas forgetting the very individuals who raised them,” he stated
Public reactions and cultural reflections
The dialogue echoes earlier controversies in 2025, when a number of Nigerian celebrities confronted criticism for prioritising extravagant life-style decisions over household obligations.
Social commentators argue that Yhemolee’s admission, although private, highlights a recurring cultural concern about {financial} accountability and respect for elders.
The submit has circulated broadly throughout X and Instagram, prompting debates about morality, accountability, and the stress on males to take care of each social standing and household duties.
Watch the video under…
Earlier than a person ship 100k to his mom, he go don ship one facet chick 5 million. Even me, I don run am.”
— Yhemolee pic.twitter.com/LBOJpJomU8
— Cleverly 💐 (@Cleverlydey4u) March 26, 2026