Former Big Brother Naija housemate, Tochukwu Okechukwu, popularly known as Tochi, has sparked conversations online after claiming that it’s now more expensive to be a boyfriend than a husband.

His statement, which touches on the rising cost of modern dating and relationship expectations, has resonated with many social media users, igniting debates about the financial pressures men face in today’s dating scene.

Tochi joined the Big Brother Naija “Lockdown” edition as the 11th contestant to enter the house. Although his time on the show was cut short after just three weeks, his genuine personality and magnetic presence resonated with viewers, earning him a loyal fan base even after his exit.

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Tochi shared a write-up on his social media handle.

He Said:

“Its more expensive now to be a boyfriend than a husband”

Netizens react to Tochi claim

See some of their comments below:

@IgboanuE:
“Omo I swear, as if you know bro.”

@SundayAnek29214:
“Na lie baby food is not a child play.”

@baba_krypt:
“Can never be me, feel free to leave if you think I’m stingy.”

@Notdeclanrice:
“Better remain a boyfriend because baby food no be here o.”

@TheGr8tAlqasim:
“Na husband dey get discount, boyfriend na VIP package.”

@justkency:
“Stop dating hungry, poor girls. Why are you exposing yourself to unnecessary relationship hazards. When you are with hungry girls, you can’t experience a healthy relationship or love. You’d only experience “Give me, Give me.”

@SitoEmmy:
“It’s more demanding now to be a girlfriend than a wife.”

@Nellyempire1:
“When you date the “I can’t date a broke guy” girl What do you expect.”

@renzofx_3651:
“Nah una way still dy carry relationship for head nah.”

@toplexnice:
“No be say men no wan marry oooo but women want boyfriend stage before marriage haha that’s where problem dey u fit spend make una still no marry she fit get belle make una still no wed.”

@UlinadiaTripleO:
“I swear as a father you can delay or strike a deal with your wife when she makes demands but as a boyfriend omo there is nothing like striking a deal ooo. Meet her demands or she jettison you like a parachute.”

@ikecenaexcel:
“To be a boyfriend now, you have to have a heavy heart.”

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In January 2022, Tochi made headlines with a romantic milestone, asking for the hand of his U.S.-based partner, Chioma, in a touching and emotional proposal.

The moment, beautifully timed with Chike’s love song “Running to You,” drew admiration across social media, earning him a wave of congratulatory messages from fans and celebrities.

After getting engaged, Tochi made subtle yet meaningful changes to his social media profiles, including the addition of the U.S. flag emoji to his bios, an apparent nod to his fiancée, Chioma, and a reflection of his deepening connection to the United States.