The Olu of Warri, Ogiame Atuwatse III, has said he cannot marry more than one wife because he values peace, balance and stability in his home.
It was reports that the traditional ruler, who married Ivie Atuwatse in 2014 and has three children with her, spoke during an interview aired on BBC Pidgin and shared on social media on Friday.
He explained that his decision is guided by his desire to protect harmony in his family and avoid a complicated private life, even though many people expect kings to marry several wives.
The monarch said he lives between public duties and private life, and when he is away from the throne, he prefers to stay indoors and focus on his wife and children.
He added that he enjoys calm moments at home and believes he cannot divide his energy among many households.
According to him, managing more than one family would make life difficult and reduce the attention he gives to his children and his wife.
He stated that he believes God did not give him the ability to handle polygamy and that he is comfortable with that.
The king also said his position already places heavy demands on his time, with constant meetings and calls from top government officials. Because of this, he values every chance he gets to relax and spend time with his family.
The Olu of Warri said that quality time with his wife and children helps him remain focused and balanced as he carries out his duties as a traditional ruler.
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