The Muslim Students’ Society of Nigeria (MSSN), Lagos State Area Unit, has issued a stark call to couples to return to the spiritual foundations of their unions, warning that the sanctity of the home is being eroded by unrealistic expectations and the pervasive influence of social media.

Speaking at the recent Ummahaat Day, themed ‘Living the Vow’, leaders and scholars argued that the modern crisis in Nigerian marriages often stems from a fundamental misunderstanding of the marital contract.

Rather than a simple agreement between two people, they argued, marriage is a tripartite covenant involving the Creator.

The Amirah, MSSN Lagos State Area Unit, Rofiat Tijani, expressed deep concern over the escalating divorce rates within the community. She suggested that many couples falter because they rely solely on human emotion rather than divine guidance.

“Marital vows are not merely promises made to one another but solemn commitments made before Allah.

“When couples forget that Allah is the centre of their vows, problems will surely arise. Marriage is a journey that must be placed before Allah every day, not only on the wedding day.”

The Naibatul Amirah, Balqees Owolewa, criticised the growing trend of digital voyeurism and its impact on domestic stability. She warned that many Muslim homes are suffering due to flawed online counselling and the unhealthy comparisons fostered by social media platforms.

“Our private marital issues should not be taken to social media,” Owolewa said, urging women to resist ideals shaped by cinema or influencers and instead focus on sincerity and intentional sacrifice.

The Director General of the Lagos State Office of Education Quality Assurance, Sulaimon Ogunmuyiwa, challenged the men in attendance to take greater accountability for the stability of their families.

“For husbands, you are the CEOs of your marriage. If the home collapses, the responsibility lies primarily with you,” Ogunmuyiwa stated.

He urged men to lead through effective communication and love rather than authoritarianism, reminding them that every family is unique and should not be measured against external patterns.

The complexity of modern domestic life was further dissected by Sanni Yusuf, Chief Consultant of Al-Faoz. Yusuf addressed the often-contentious issue of submission, linking it directly to male responsibility.