Nigerian Man Sparks Debate Over Strict Jehovah’s Witness Divorce Rules

A Nigerian man has ignited a heated discussion on social media after revealing what he described as a controversial aspect of Jehovah’s Witness marriage practices.

In a post that quickly went viral on X (formerly Twitter), the man claimed that adherents of the religion are permitted to divorce their spouse only in cases of infidelity. According to him, issues such as abuse, incompatibility, or irreconcilable differences are not recognized as valid grounds for divorce.

He further alleged that this strict rule has, in some instances, prompted members to deliberately commit adultery in order to qualify for what the church terms an “approved” divorce. “It’s crazy, but some people literally commit adultery to get a divorce they’re otherwise forbidden from having,” he wrote.

The revelation provoked strong reactions online. Many expressed shock at the rigidity of the rules, while others questioned the accuracy of the claim. One user commented, “Church and strict rules, it is well,” while another dismissed the post as false, saying, “This is a fat lie, so untrue.”

The man concluded by emphasizing that Jehovah’s Witness divorce regulations are stricter than most outsiders realize, and in some cases, may even drive members to contravene the very principles they are expected to uphold.

The post has sparked wider debate about religious rules, personal freedom, and the challenges faced by couples navigating strict faith-based marital guidelines.