“I am value” — Lady starts a discussion about the role of women in relationships

AND woman sparked widespread reactions online after stating that her value in a relationship comes from her existence as a woman, not material contributions or achievements.
Comments on social media spark conversations about self-worth
The lady, whose video has been circulating on social media platforms, made the statement during a conversation about relationships, gender expectations and what women bring to partnerships.
Her comments have since drawn mixed reactions, with supporters praising her confidence while critics argued that relationships should be based on mutual contribution and effort.
“When people ask me what value I bring to the table, I always say that I bring myself, I am value, I am a woman. Men cannot have a life that is lively, colorful and pleasant without the presence of a woman. Just because I’m a woman, I’m enough.” she added.
The debate reflects a changing view of relationships
The viral remarks have reignited debates about gender roles, emotional labor and expectations in modern relationships, particularly among younger social media users in Nigeria and across Africa.
In recent years, the debate about what men and women contribute to relationships they have become more and more common on the Internet.
Similar conversations were trending in 2024 after several relationship influencers and commentators debated whether financial support, emotional care or companionship should define a partner’s value in marriage and dating.
Many users remain divided, with some insisting that self-worth should not depend on material contribution, while others believe that healthy relationships require equal effort from both partners.
Watch the video below…
“When people ask me the value I bring to the table, I always say that I bring myself, I am a value, I am a woman. Men cannot have a life that is lively, colorful and pleasant without the presence of a woman, just because I am a woman, I am enough” pic.twitter.com/2aGVez7WGf
— Oyindamola🙄 (@dammiedammie35) May 21, 2026




