Veteran Nollywood actor Richard Mofe-Damijo (RMD) has ignited a fiery debate on social media after sharing a thought-provoking commentary on the stark contrast between how society perceives divorce involving wealthy versus poor men.


In his candid post, RMD highlighted the disparity in how breakups are handled based on economic status. “Them no dey divorce poor man, na run dem dey run leave am,” he wrote, pointing out that when a woman leaves a financially struggling partner, it’s often without the formalities typically seen in high-profile separations.


He juxtaposed this with how divorces among the affluent are framed, referencing media headlines like “Celebrity Wife Files for Divorce, Citing Irreconcilable Differences” as examples of the polished, public process often afforded to the rich.


“But when na poor man them wan comot from him hand,” he continued, “you go just come back from work hear say; Aunty Chioma no dey with brother Dele again o, she use okada come carry her load.”


RMD humorously painted a vivid image of how women often exit such relationships quietly, without legal battles, alimony claims, or media buzz, usually driven by economic hardship. “No petition, no alimony, no court case, na hunger make her pack load,” he wrote, describing scenarios where the only sign of departure might be a WhatsApp voice note or a motivational status update saying “I survived.”


He closed the message on a tongue-in-cheek note: “Las las sha, whether you get bar or not, Amaka go still disappoint you!”


The post has since gone viral, stirring a mix of laughter, reflection, and spirited discourse online. Many users applauded the actor’s raw honesty, while others debated the gender dynamics and societal expectations embedded in his statement.


Whether intended as satire or social critique, RMD’s words have once again positioned him as a sharp observer of everyday realities in Nigerian life, using humor to provoke deeper thought about love, money, and modern relationships.