Mercy Eke Says She Won’t Date or Marry a Man Who Expects Her to Cook Every Day
Former Big Brother Naija winner and reality TV star Mercy Eke has stirred conversations on social media after revealing her stance on relationships and domestic responsibilities.
Speaking during a recent episode of the Toke Moments podcast, hosted by media personality Toke Makinwa, Mercy Eke said she cannot be in a relationship with a man who expects her to cook for him on a regular basis.
Mercy Eke Explains Her Position on Cooking in Relationships
According to the reality star, cooking is something she does only when she genuinely feels like it, stressing that she is not interested in becoming a partner whose daily responsibility is preparing meals.
She explained that if a man prefers freshly cooked food every day, he should employ a chef instead of expecting her to handle the task.
In her words:
“I can’t marry or date a man who wants me to cook for him regularly. I only cook once in a while when I am in the mood. If you want fresh food every day, hire a chef.
“It can’t be me. Love can never make me cook for a man every day. I’m not the woman for that kind of man. There are other women out there who will gladly do that, which is fine.”
Compatibility Matters More Than Expectations
Mercy Eke also noted that people should choose partners whose values and expectations align with their own instead of trying to change each other after marriage.
She stressed that compatibility is essential in relationships, especially when it comes to household responsibilities and lifestyle choices.
According to her:
“That is why it’s important to marry who has what you are looking for.”
She added that anyone who marries her with the expectation that she will cook every day would eventually be disappointed because that is not the kind of partner she is.
Mercy Eke’s remarks have since generated mixed reactions online, with some social media users applauding her honesty and belief in setting clear boundaries, while others argued that cooking is an important part of many traditional relationships. Her comments have once again sparked debate about modern relationship expectations, gender roles, and the importance of compatibility before marriage.
