“Reasons why late Dr. Ikenna should not be called my son-in-law” – Francis Van-Lare shares

• Van-Lare expressed frustration on social media, stating that Dr. Ikenna never officially married his daughter due to not paying her bride price, highlighting the customary rite of marriage in Nigerian tradition.

Nigerian entrepreneur Francis Van-Lare has clarified the status of his late daughter’s partner, Dr. Ikenna Erinne, asserting that he should not be designated as his son-in-law.

Van-Lare expressed his discontent on social media, explaining that Dr. Ikenna never formally married his daughter, as he did not fulfill the requirement of paying her bride price. He underscored that, according to Nigerian customs, a marriage is not recognized without this essential rite.

“Most Nigerians think with emotions, not with reality and facts. How is someone who never paid bride price for my daughter a son-in-law? He is even an Anambra man like me,” he wrote.

He further elaborated on the cultural norms associated with Anambra men, characterizing them as family-oriented and generous. However, he criticized Dr. Ikenna for allegedly refusing to pay a mere $1,900 monthly, despite having a significant income.

“Anambra men are very proud of their family, hence most women like them. This one, earning big money, is refusing to pay ordinary $1,900 a month. Nobody should call him my son-in-law for someone I have only seen three times!” he added.

In contrast to his first daughter’s marriage, Van-Lare noted that her foreign husband met all traditional requirements, unlike Dr. Ikenna.

Concluding his remarks, he asserted that Anambra men do not resort to extreme measures regarding family issues, as they always find ways to provide for their loved ones, even if it involves engaging in questionable activities to support them.

It is worth mentioning that Van-Lare’s son-in-law tragically took his own life following a custody dispute and was burdened with an annual child support obligation of $15,000.