Police Public Relations Officer, SP Josephine Adeh from the Federal Capital Territory Police Command, advised couples to refrain from sharing details of their marriages on social media.
The pervasive use of social media in contemporary society has undeniably reshaped the dynamics of interpersonal relationships, and marriages are no exception. However, the convenience of sharing one’s life with a wider audience comes with its own set of challenges. The FCT Police’s move to address this issue reflects a broader societal concern regarding the potential pitfalls of airing marital matters in the public domain.
Privacy has long been considered a cornerstone of a healthy marriage. The sanctity of the marital bond often thrives in an environment where couples can communicate openly and resolve issues privately. The decision to keep marital affairs off social media aligns with the fundamental need for couples to safeguard their personal space and maintain a level of intimacy that is essential for marital harmony.
While social media platforms offer a plethora of opportunities for connection and communication, they also present a double-edged sword that can exacerbate existing marital issues. The pressure to portray an idealized version of one’s relationship can lead to misrepresentation, setting unrealistic expectations that may strain the relationship further. The police’s advisory serves as a timely reminder for couples to exercise prudence in navigating the complexities of social media.
In a Sunday post on her X handle, she encouraged them to use social platforms for business promotion to minimize complaints.
The FCT Police Complaint Response Unit noted an increase in complaints, with a majority coming from married individuals over the past two months.
She posted, “All these married couples are showing off love on social media. I don’t want to hear complaints.
“Keep your happy homes off social media. Use the social media platforms to promote your businesses.”
A PCRU source who spoke with The Punch on Sunday revealed that many couples in the FCT had been contacting the police to complain about the activities of their partners on social media and how it adversely affected their marriages.
The PCRU officer noted, “I think the PRO is just very concerned because most of the complaints that we have received at the PCRU over the past two months have been from married people.
“A lot of these married people living in the FCT have been calling us to complain about the content that their partners post on social media, and how it sometimes affects them in negative ways.”
The advice from the Federal Capital Territory Police Command urging couples to keep their marriages off social media serves as a pragmatic response to the evolving challenges posed by digital communication. By emphasizing the importance of privacy and discretion, the police aim to empower couples to navigate the digital landscape more thoughtfully. As societal norms continue to adapt to the digital age, the delicate balance between sharing and safeguarding personal relationships remains paramount for the overall well-being of marriages in the modern era.