The saga began when a series of text messages between the two women, whose identities remain undisclosed, were leaked online. In the messages, the women expressed shock and disbelief upon realizing they were romantically involved with the same man, who is believed to be a Nigerian national.
What started as a private confrontation quickly escalated into a public spectacle, with both women airing their grievances on social media. One of the women, identified only as Thandi, took to Twitter to vent her frustration, accusing the man of deceit and betrayal. “I can’t believe he played us like this. Nigerian men have no respect for South African women,” she wrote.
The other woman, known only as Lerato, retaliated by posting screenshots of her own conversations with the man, claiming that he had promised her a future together. “He told me he loved me and wanted to build a life with me. I feel so betrayed,” she lamented.
The incident has sparked a heated debate online, with many South Africans condemning the man for his alleged actions. Some have criticized the women for airing their grievances in public, arguing that it reflects poorly on them and perpetuates negative stereotypes about Nigerian men.
However, others have expressed sympathy for the women, noting that they are victims of deception and deserve support. The man at the center of the controversy has not publicly commented on the matter.
