There is no force stronger in a Ghanaian household than an auntie with unsolicited advice.
No matter the occasion—be it a wedding, funeral, or casual visit—you can always count on them to ask life-altering questions that leave you questioning your entire existence.
The “When Will You Marry?” Interrogation
It doesn’t matter if you just finished school, started a job, or are still figuring out life—your auntie’s biggest concern is why you haven’t settled down yet.
The moment she sees you, she leans in and drops the bomb: “When will you marry?”
And if you dare say you’re not ready, she has an entire lecture prepared. “At your age, I had three children already. Don’t waste time, oh. You think you are still young?”
Even funerals are not off-limits for this interrogation. A moment of mourning can quickly turn into a marriage consultation session.
The Life Audit Disguised as a Casual Chat
A Ghanaian auntie’s casual conversation is never truly casual. It always turns into a detailed assessment of your life.
“So where do you work now?” Translation: Are you making enough money to be taken seriously?
“Do you have a car yet?” Translation: You’re old enough to be driving, why are you still taking tro-tro?
“These days, I don’t see you in church.” Translation: Your spiritual life is in crisis.
No matter how well you’re doing, an auntie will find something to critique. If you have a job, she’ll ask when you’re getting promoted.
If you’re dating, she’ll ask when you’re getting married. If you’re married, she’ll ask when the babies are coming. It never ends.
The Diet and Weight Commentary
If there’s one thing Ghanaian aunties specialise in, it’s unsolicited comments about your body.
“Ei, you have put on weight! Be careful, oh.”
Or worse: “Why are you looking so slim? Are you eating at all?”
Somehow, they expect you to be the perfect balance of fit, healthy, and looking like someone who eats well, all at the same time.
Love Wrapped in Invasion
As much as Ghanaian aunties can be overwhelming, their advice—solicited or not—comes from a place of love. They see it as their duty to guide you (even when you don’t ask).
The best strategy? Smile, nod, and master the art of dodging their questions.
Because no matter what you do, you can never outrun a determined Ghanaian auntie with life advice.
