“She Can’t Evict You Unless There’s Violence or Court Order” — UK-Based Nigerian Man Sparks Heated Debate Over African Marriages Abroad

A UK-based Nigerian man has stirred widespread conversation after boldly stating that African men living in the UK cannot be legally evicted from their homes by their wives—unless they are violent or the court issues a restraining order. His comments have ignited a firestorm across social media, where thousands of diasporan couples are grappling with shifting gender roles, immigration pressures, and the cultural clash of Western laws and African traditions.

Speaking in a now-viral TikTok video posted on July 3, 2025, the man claimed that many African men who bring their wives from Nigeria or other African countries often find themselves kicked out of their own homes under emotional or legal duress. He warned men to know their legal rights, especially when co-owning or financing the property. “If your name is on the lease or mortgage, your wife can’t just throw you out. Only the police or a court can do that,” he said.

The man, who identified himself as Chuka from East London, went further to explain that unless a restraining order is issued—usually as a result of domestic abuse or threats of violence—no partner, regardless of gender, has the authority to unilaterally evict the other from their shared residence. He accused some women of weaponizing the UK system against their spouses during minor disputes, often leading to unnecessary police involvement.

His remarks sparked intense reactions, especially from African women living abroad. Some accused him of downplaying real domestic violence cases and gaslighting women who feel trapped in toxic relationships. Others, however, praised his boldness, saying the legal imbalance often puts innocent men at risk of character assassination, arrest, or deportation during marital conflicts.

UK family law specialists have weighed in, confirming that property ownership and court orders are key factors in eviction cases. According to legal expert Tosin Adeyemi of Adeyemi & Co Solicitors, “Neither spouse can be removed from the home without legal grounds, such as a court-issued non-molestation or occupation order. Emotional tension alone is not enough.”

This incident underscores the rising tension in African homes abroad, where many couples struggle to adjust to laws that empower both parties equally—unlike traditional customs that often favor male authority. For many men, these cultural shifts come with confusion, legal traps, and, sometimes, broken homes.

As the video continues to trend on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter, one thing is clear: the conversation around African marriages abroad, power dynamics, and legal awareness is far from over—and Chuka’s warning has reopened a debate the diaspora must now confront.