Arrow Boy's Plea For Help To Raise Dowry Fund Elicits Mixed Reactions: " Has It Twisted"

Kenyan musician Arrow Bwoy's appeal for financial assistance to raise money for his fiancée Nadia Mukami's dowry has sparked a flurry of mixed reactions

The couple, both prominent musicians, got engaged in March 2022, but the lack of payment of the bride price has left Mukami feeling unmarried.

Nadia expressed her view on the matter, stating she was not married since he had not yet paid her dowry, adding he had her on credit

Kenyan musician Arrow Bwoy's appeal for financial assistance to raise funds for his fiancée Nadia Mukami's dowry has ignited a fervent debate on social media, highlighting the clash between traditional customs and contemporary viewpoints.

Arrow Bwoy and Nadia Mukami, both well-known figures in the Kenyan music scene, became engaged in March 2022.

However, their journey towards marriage has hit a snag due to Arrow's inability to pay the bride price, leaving Nadia Mukami feeling that their union remains unofficial.

Speaking candidly in an interview with Kiss FM, Nadia Mukami emphasized the importance of the dowry, stating,

"I'm not married. It is a fact. He hasn't paid my dowry. He's with me on credit."

She attributed the high dowry amount to her education and successful career as a musician.

Acknowledging the situation, Arrow Bwoy openly admitted that he has not fulfilled the requirements for marriage due to the outstanding dowry payment.

Seeking support from fellow Kenyans, he appealed, "It is true I don't have a wife because I haven't managed to raise enough money to pay her dowry.

Please send your contributions to this number 0704403403 as Chris Kirwa works on getting us a pay bill number."

The plea for financial aid has set off a wave of diverse reactions within the public.

While some individuals empathize with Arrow Bwoy's predicament and have expressed their willingness to donate, others have criticized him for not being able to cover the bride price independently.

In the digital sphere, social media users have engaged in a spirited discourse on the significance of dowry in contemporary society.

One netizen challenged the very concept of dowry, arguing,

"I have never understood the concept of dowry. Paying for someone else to be in your life is just an exchange of the person with money... If the dowry is to pay for the lady, then it makes sense that a lady too has to pay the dowry for the man; otherwise, it's just useless, and it should be abolished."

Responding to this viewpoint, another netizen offered a counterargument, highlighting the cultural and historical context of dowry as a token of appreciation to the bride's family.

They explained,

"Dowry acts as a token for appreciation to the parents... a man is taking the same lady to continue with the chores and, on top of that, produce children and help build a home. I mean, can't someone be appreciated for that?"

A third commentator chimed in, shedding light on the traditional significance of dowry as a gesture of gratitude, stating,

"Point of correction, the dowry is not a form of buying someone, but it's to give thanks to the family and community for raising the lady that you want to make your wife."

As the online discourse rages on, Bwoy's plea for help has not only spotlighted his personal situation but also sparked a broader debate about the evolving role of dowry in modern times.

The diverse range of opinions reflects the ongoing tension between preserving cultural norms and embracing progressive perspectives.