Being an orphan should not decide a person’s value or future in life. But in many societies, including Nigeria, orphans are often treated unfairly, especially when it comes to marriage. Some families do not want their children to marry an orphan. This kind of treatment is wrong because being an orphan is not the person’s fault.
In many communities, parents care a lot about the family background of the person their child wants to marry. They want to know the person’s parents, family name, and where they come from. Because of this, orphans are sometimes looked down on because they do not have parents to speak for them. People may think that because they grew up without parents, they do not have proper training or family support. But this is not always true.
Treating orphans this way is painful and unfair. Losing parents is already a hard experience, and being rejected because of it makes life even more difficult. It can make orphans feel unwanted and lonely. Many of them suffer emotionally because society judges them for something they cannot control.
However, being an orphan does not mean a person is bad or irresponsible. In fact, many orphans grow up to become strong, hardworking, and responsible people. The difficulties they face in life often make them stronger and more mature. They learn how to survive, work hard, and value relationships.
A person’s character is not determined only by whether their parents are alive. Good values such as respect, honesty, kindness, and love can be learned from guardians, relatives, teachers, and life experiences. What matters most is the kind of person someone is, not whether they have parents.
Marriage should be based on love, understanding, respect, and good character. It should not be based on whether a person is an orphan. Refusing someone because they do not have parents is unfair and shows discrimination. Everyone deserves the chance to be loved and accepted.
In conclusion, discriminating against orphans, especially in marriage, is unfair and hurtful. Orphans did not choose to lose their parents, so they should not be blamed or rejected because of it. Society should learn to judge people by their character and not by their family situation. This will help create a kinder and fairer society for everyone.
