Men in Bibiani Lament Pressure from Ladies Over Forced Christmas Gift Demands
Men in Bibiani Lament Pressure from Ladies Over Forced Christmas Gift Demands
Hamza Mohammed 
Men in Bibiani Lament Pressure from Ladies Over Forced Christmas Gift Demands
Some men in Bibiani, within the Bibiani Anhwiaso Bekwai Municipality of the Western North Region, have expressed concern over what they describe as increasing pressure from some ladies who allegedly demand Christmas gifts by force.
According to the men, the situation has become worrying as certain ladies insist on receiving expensive items such as iPhones, mobile data bundles, mushup (fashion items), cash, and especially mobile money (MoMo) transfers during the festive season.
Speaking to Bibianinews.com, Mr. Samuel Kumi Asante, a trader at Bibiani Central Market, said the demands often come with threats of blocking phone numbers or damaging friendships if the men fail to comply.
“Christmas is supposed to be a season of love and sharing, not pressure. Some ladies don’t even ask politely; they demand things as if it’s compulsory,” he lamented.
Another resident, Mr. Ibrahim Suleman Mohammed, a private security guard, described the situation as emotionally and financially draining, especially for men who are struggling to meet their own responsibilities.
“What pains us most is that many of these ladies making the demands are unemployed and depend solely on men for survival. Some of them were born and raised here in Bibiani, yet they expect men to shoulder all their needs,” he stated.
Similarly, Mr. Kwame Anane Afrane, a driver, noted that while giving gifts during Christmas is a kind gesture, it should never be forced.
“Giving should come from the heart. When it becomes a demand for iPhones and MoMo every Christmas, then it stops being love and becomes exploitation,” he said.
The men are therefore appealing to ladies, especially young women in the municipality, to show understanding and moderation during the festive season. They urged that Christmas should be celebrated with mutual respect, appreciation, and realistic expectations, rather than turning it into a financial burden for others.
They also called on community leaders and opinion leaders to use public platforms to educate the youth on responsible relationships and the true meaning of Christmas.
Source:Bibianinews.com
