Senior Aide to Gombe Governor Responds to Wedding Backlash
In December 2024, a senior aide to Gombe State Governor Inuwa Yahaya faced public criticism after referring to his newly wedded second wife, Khadija Bashir, as the “love of my life” in a social media post. The aide had shared photos from their wedding ceremony, expressing his joy and affection for his new bride.
Critics argued that the public declaration was insensitive towards his first wife. In response, the aide shared a photo of his first wife attending the wedding, emphasizing that she supported the union and was present at the ceremony.
He stated that both wives are significant in his life and that his expression of love for his second wife does not diminish his affection for the first.
This incident sparked discussions on social media about cultural practices, polygamy, and expressions of affection within such marriages.
While polygamy is culturally accepted in many parts of Nigeria, public expressions of affection towards one spouse can lead to debates about fairness and sensitivity towards other spouses.
The aide’s response aimed to address these concerns by highlighting the mutual understanding and acceptance among all parties involved. He urged the public to respect his family’s choices and to refrain from making assumptions about their personal relationships.