A Nigerian man's hilarious warning about marrying hairdressers has gone viral after his wife turned him into an impromptu mannequin during a playful family moment captured on TikTok.
The video posted by Sam Akowe shows his hairdresser wife transforming him with a wig that viewers joked made him resemble late Nollywood legend Mr. Ibu, sparking both laughter and admiration for their family bond.
In the clip, the mock-protesting husband delivers his cautionary message: "Before you marry, investigate properly or they'll turn you into a mannequin like this! What can I do? I wish my mother was alive to see what they're doing to me!" as their daughter giggles uncontrollably in the background.
The lighthearted moment resonated across social media, with comments praising:
• The family's infectious humor and warmth
• The husband's good-natured participation
• The wife's creative use of her skills at home
• Their daughter's joyful reaction
Notable reactions included:
@greenjuicebenzo: "This is parenting goals - your daughter's comfort with you is beautiful"
@tinybee7: "The fact you allowed this to be posted shows true love!"
WATCH THE VIRAL MOMENT:
@coach_sam_akowe…When you marry a Hairdresser…
♬ original sound – Sam Akowe
The video has sparked a wave of similar stories from spouses of hairstylists, with many sharing their own "mannequin" experiences and praising how such playful moments strengthen marital bonds through shared laughter.