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Nigerian Marriages and Divorce: 2FACE and Annie’s Separation
Why do Nigerian Marriages fail? 2Face Idibia has officially filed for Divorce from Annie and Edo State's Natasha has added Idibia to her last Name. In this episode, Baba Kay discusses why Nigerian Marriages fail and some reasons that Marriages fail includes a variety of reasons, and the causes often depend on individual circumstances. However, some common reasons include:
1. Poor Communication
- Lack of honest and open communication leads to misunderstandings and resentment.
- Avoiding difficult conversations can cause unresolved issues to pile up.
2. Lack of Emotional or Physical Intimacy
- Partners may drift apart emotionally or physically, leading to dissatisfaction.
- A lack of affection or emotional connection can create distance.
3. Unrealistic Expectations
- Entering a marriage with unrealistic expectations about love, roles, or lifestyle can lead to disappointment.
- Expecting a partner to "complete" you instead of complementing you can cause strain.
4. Financial Problems
- Money issues, such as debt, spending habits, or financial instability, can create stress.
- Disagreements on financial priorities and responsibilities can lead to conflict.
5. Infidelity and Trust Issues
- Cheating (emotional or physical) can break trust and be difficult to recover from.
- Other forms of dishonesty, like hiding finances or lying, can also erode trust.
6. Lack of Effort and Growing Apart
- Over time, some couples stop putting in effort to nurture their relationship.
- Different goals, interests, or values can cause them to grow apart.
7. External Influences (Family, Friends, Society)
- In-laws or friends interfering in the marriage can create tension.
- Societal pressure or cultural differences can strain relationships.
8. Incompatibility and Personality Clashes
- Differences in values, lifestyle, or long-term goals can cause ongoing friction.
- Some personalities naturally clash, making conflict resolution difficult.
9. Unresolved Conflicts and Resentment
- Constant arguing or inability to resolve conflicts healthily can lead to emotional exhaustion.
- Resentment builds when problems are ignored or suppressed.
10. Lack of Shared Vision for the Future
- Different desires for children, career paths, or life goals can lead to major conflicts.
- If partners stop growing together, they may feel like they are living separate lives.
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