Geh Geh Sparks Debate After Saying He Can’t Marry POS Operators, Waitresses or Filling Station Attendants

“Who Broke Make E Follow Who Broke”: Geh Geh Sparks Debate Over Women He Says He Cannot Marry 

Nigerian content creator Geh Geh has ignited a massive online debate after sharing his controversial views about the kind of woman he believes he can settle down with. In a video currently circulating online, Geh Geh said he cannot date or marry women who work as POS operators, filling station attendants, or hotel waitresses, stating that such women are “not in his category.” His comments quickly went viral, sparking heated reactions across social media platforms, with many Nigerians either criticizing his stance or defending his right to choose his partner based on his personal standards.

While explaining his position, Geh Geh argued that relationships often follow social and financial levels. According to him, if he were the one working in those types of jobs and approached a wealthy woman driving a luxury car like the Mercedes-Benz GLE, she would most likely reject him. He said:

    “I can’t settle down for any girl that does POS, filling station attendance or hotel waitress. They’re not in my category. Because if na me dey do that work and she dey my level dey drive my GLE, if I approach she no go consider me” 

He further added a line that has since become the most quoted part of the video 

    “Who broke make em follow who broke” 

This statement suggests that people who are financially struggling should date within their own economic class rather than expecting to marry someone significantly wealthier.

The comment immediately triggered a wave of reactions from Nigerians online. Many people felt that Geh Geh’s statement was disrespectful and dismissive toward hardworking women who earn an honest living through jobs such as POS operation, hospitality services, or retail work. Others, however, defended him, arguing that everyone has the right to set their own standards when choosing a partner.

Those who criticized Geh Geh argue that his comment looks down on honest labor. In Nigeria’s current economic climate, many people are doing whatever legitimate work they can to survive and support their families. POS operators, hotel workers, and filling station attendants are part of the informal economy that keeps communities running daily.

For critics, dismissing such women simply because of their jobs reflects classism and a lack of appreciation for hard work. Some commenters also pointed out that many successful individuals today once started with low-paying jobs before achieving financial stability.

On the other side of the debate, some people believe Geh Geh is simply expressing his personal preference. They argue that relationships often work best when partners share similar financial goals, lifestyles, and social expectations. Supporters say the real issue is not Geh Geh’s statement but the double standard in modern relationships. Many men online claim that women frequently say they cannot date or marry a man who is financially struggling, yet society criticizes men who express similar preferences.

Beyond the online arguments, Geh Geh’s comments reflect a larger societal issue. Modern relationships are increasingly influenced by economic realities.

With rising inflation, unemployment, and financial pressure, many people now see marriage not just as an emotional union but also as a financial partnership. As a result, some individuals prioritize partners who match their economic level or lifestyle expectations.   

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While everyone has the right to choose their partner, it is also important to remember that a person’s job today does not always define their future. Many of the world’s most successful people started from humble beginnings. Respect for honest work should remain a core value in any society. At the same time, relationships built on shared values, ambition, and mutual respect often last longer than those based solely on wealth or social status. The real question is not whether someone works as a POS operator or waitress today, but who they are, what they aspire to become, and how they treat others.

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This debate raises some important questions for Nigerians:

Should people only date or marry within their financial level?

Is Geh Geh being realistic about modern relationships, or is he disrespecting hardworking women?

Do jobs like POS operation or hospitality work deserve more respect in society?

What do you think?

Drop your opinion in the comments and let’s discuss.