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Charles Inojie Claims Side Chics Help Keep Marriages Alive, Sparking Debate

Nollywood actor Charles Inojie has said God made side chics to help men get through tough moments in marriage, a view that has divided opinions online.

Sylvester Eyamah

By Sylvester Eyamah

Oct 10, 2026, 6:13 PM  ·  1 min read

Charles Inojie Claims Side Chics Help Keep Marriages Alive, Sparking Debate
Charles Inojie Claims Side Chics Help Keep Marriages Alive, Sparking Debate — Celebrity Gossip
Charles Inojie, a Nollywood actor, has weighed in on marriage and the growing number of divorces. Speaking on a recent show, he said the rising divorce rate stems largely from people abandoning the original plan God had for marriage. Inojie explained that God already understood marriage would be a difficult path. He then made a controversial statement, saying God created side chics so men could cope with hard periods at home and keep their marriages from ending. According to him, a side chic is a vital part of any marriage because she can help save it when things are difficult. His comments have generated debate online. Some men expressed full support for his view, while women countered that men should also keep in mind that God created 'sugar boys' to satisfy married women who are stressed. A video of him speaking was also shared online.
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