Stay Away From Any Man Bearing Emmanuel - Victory Walter

A post featuring a NYSC member who broke down in tears after her boyfriend, Emmanuel, broke up with her has sparked controversy online. One comment, however, took a more insensitive and mocking approach, reading, “How many times I wan advise girls make them stay away from any man wey dey bear Emmanuel??”

This comment, rather than showing empathy, mocks the situation by stereotyping men with the name Emmanuel. It disregards the emotional pain the woman may be going through and shifts the focus to a joke based on the breakup. Such remarks can be harmful as they trivialize personal struggles, reinforcing a culture of insensitivity and disregard for others’ feelings. It’s crucial to approach sensitive topics with kindness and respect, as humor at the expense of someone’s pain only deepens the divide in society.