Abena Moet: Women Don’t Have to Reveal Their Salaries In Marriage

Ghanaian media personality Abena Moet has said women are not obliged to disclose their salaries or enter marriage with financial assets, arguing that their contribution to marriage goes beyond money.

Speaking on GHOne TV, Abena Moet said the traditional understanding of marriage therefore did not make it necessary for a woman to bring money or property into the union.

She also maintained that women should not be under an obligation to disclose their earnings to their husbands.

“I am not obliged to tell you my salary,” she added.

According to her, traditional expectations did not require women to bring wealth into marriage. She explained that a woman’s main role was traditionally seen as building and nurturing the family.

“It is today that education and civilization have brought change. Ideally, I am not expected to come into the marriage with anything. I am not supposed to go into marriage with a cent. I don’t have to bring money or property. I am supposed to come as I am,” she said.

She explained that boys were traditionally encouraged to seek opportunities outside the home, while girls were taught to take care of domestic responsibilities such as cooking, cleaning and managing the household.

According to her, a woman’s ability to have children and build a family is itself a major contribution to marriage.

“I brought my womb, my body, and my ability to create life. That is why I brought everything to the table. So, with all my education, L have dropped it to come and have your kids, to continue your line for you. I came with everything that enables us to build a family,” she stated.

Her comments have generated discussions on social media, with many people sharing different views on financial transparency, gender roles and the responsibilities of couples in marriage.

The debate has also raised questions about whether couples should keep their finances separate or openly discuss their income and financial commitments after marriage.