WARRI: In what has become one of the most talked-about events of the year, Delta State-born oil and gas security billionaire, Jim Brown, has added a new chapter to his remarkable marital history by marrying his 19th wife.
The lavish ceremony, held in grand style last week, was attended by family, business associates, traditional rulers, and, most notably, Brown’s 18 other wives, who turned up in full force.
In an extraordinary display of harmony, the senior wives cheered, danced, and even posed for pictures with the new bride an image that stunned many Nigerians who are used to rivalry and discord in polygamous homes.
Eyewitnesses described the event as a spectacle of wealth and tradition, with music, fashion, and feasting that reflected the billionaire’s larger-than-life personality.
Brown, dressed in royal regalia, was visibly delighted as he ushered his new bride into his expansive household.
Jim Brown, a household name in Nigeria’s oil and gas security sector, has long been known for his flamboyant lifestyle, vast investments, and philanthropic ventures across Delta and Lagos.
Over the years, he has built a reputation for outspokenness and extravagance, often making headlines for both his business achievements and personal life.
With the addition of a 19th wife, Brown has further cemented his reputation as one of the country’s most prominent and controversial polygamists.
While some admire him for maintaining peace among his wives and children, others question the sustainability and morality of such a household in today’s economic climate
Brown’s opulent wedding comes at a time when many Nigerians are grappling with rising food prices, unemployment, and a weakened naira.
His ability to expand his family with such flamboyance has ignited mixed feelings nationwide.
Some critics argue that Brown’s immense fortune has insulated him from the harsh realities of ordinary Nigerians, while others view the wedding as a bold declaration of financial security.
A social commentator on X (formerly Twitter) noted: Jim Brown’s 19th wife is not just about love; it’s a display of power, wealth, and control in a country where millions cannot afford three meals a day.
Supporters, however, defend him, insisting that his marital choices are a personal right made possible by his hard work and financial capacity.
As expected, the billionaire’s marriage has dominated online conversations, with reactions ranging from amusement to outrage:
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adaise00: Na still young men go help am do the satisfaction last last…
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baseonbelive0: He can’t satisfy all of them. They will be cheating on him.
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dannito567: For this Tinubu Economy?!!! How can Tinubu believe Nigerians are suffering?
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i_am_yickyd: 19th wife keh?
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becca: He still has a side chic.
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FranklyneKlyan: If you check well some of them fit don insult Yul Edochie tire.
The comments reflect broader debates about morality, polygamy, wealth, and societal values in modern Nigeria. For many, the story has become a lens through which to question inequality and the excesses of the country’s elite.
Polygamy, though less common in Nigeria’s urban elite circles today, still holds deep cultural and religious significance in many communities. Supporters of Brown’s marital expansion point to tradition, where wealthy men historically maintained large households as a sign of prosperity.
Critics, however, view it as an outdated practice, arguing that in an era of women’s empowerment and economic struggle, such flamboyance sends the wrong message.
A university lecturer from Ibadan told GistReel:
This marriage is not just about one man’s wealth it is about how society normalizes excess even in the face of collective hardship.
The marriage continues to dominate headlines and social media feeds, sparking debates far beyond the wedding grounds.
While some Nigerians cheer Brown for living his truth, others see it as a stark reminder of the gulf between Nigeria’s wealthy elite and struggling masses.
For Jim Brown, however, the criticism seems far away. Surrounded by wealth, power, and a growing household, the billionaire appears determined to live life on his own terms no matter how many wives that takes.
