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The Digest:

A Nigerian woman battling cancer, Kemisola Mustapha, has publicly appealed for a second wife for her husband, stating her illness has left him sexually deprived and that she wants to restore happiness to their home.

Key Points:
  • Kemisola Mustapha, a mother of three, appealed in a viral TikTok video.
  • She stated her cancer diagnosis has made her unable to fulfil her marital duties.
  • Her husband sold most of his properties to fund her treatment, which she described as immense support.
  • She has been searching for over nine months for a woman of good character who will be loving and peaceful.
  • Mustapha resumed her search after initially halting it due to warnings that a new wife might plot against her.
  • She insists the decision stems from love, not a fear of imminent death.
  • The couple has formalised the arrangement through a legal undertaking after her husband's initial reluctance.
The story presents a complex intersection of terminal illness, spousal devotion, cultural practice, and personal sacrifice.

Sources: Punch Newspaper, Daily Trust