"The Best Theft in History of Thievery": Woman Brags About Snatching Her Husband from His 'Careless' Ex as She Celebrates Their Anniversary

Social media has once again proven to be the ultimate theatre of drama, confession, and bold declarations, as a fashion designer from Lagos, known simply as Fashion designer in Lag Ipaja, stirred massive reactions after proudly celebrating her wedding anniversary with a man she claimed to have “snatched” from another woman five years ago. What started as a simple anniversary post quickly evolved into a viral conversation about love, loyalty, karma, and the boldness of people who take pride in controversial love stories.

In her now-trending post, the fashion designer shared that it’s been five years since she “snatched” her now-husband from what she described as a careless girlfriend. According to her, that supposed act of “theft” turned out to be the best decision of her life. With a blend of humor and unrepentant pride, she wrote, “Five years ago, I snatched this handsome man from a careless girl. Fast forward to now, we’ve been married for three years, and this is the best theft in the history of thievery. To that careless ex-girlfriend, thank you for your carelessness ooo.”

The post, which has already gathered thousands of likes and comments, immediately split the internet into two camps — those applauding her audacity and those criticizing her for being insensitive and boastful. While some followers congratulated her for enjoying her marriage and finding happiness, others accused her of being unnecessarily proud of what they described as emotional “robbery.”

One user, Mz_alwaysthebahdguy, didn’t hold back, commenting, “It’s been five years already, you should have forgotten about the ex a long time ago.” The fashion designer, however, clapped back with a sarcastic response: “Because I decided to post this means I have her picture on my pillow Abi? Dey play.” Her confident and witty reply only fueled more engagement as people debated whether her attitude was confidence or cruelty disguised as humor.

Another follower, Lanyero, joined the conversation with a question that has since become a highlight of the entire exchange: “How do I know I’m being careless with my man? Help oo.” The fashion designer didn’t hesitate to give her unsolicited relationship advice, replying, “Not buying your boyfriend a birthday gift and expecting him to buy for you all because you have ‘bm.’” That comment alone sparked another round of discussions about modern relationships and the double standards that exist in romantic gestures.

Many netizens argued that her post represents the growing culture of public oversharing and how people now take pride in controversial stories just to trend. Others, however, saw her post as a form of humor, insisting that she was simply expressing joy and didn’t mean to demean the supposed ex-girlfriend. But no matter how anyone interpreted it, one thing was clear — her post hit a nerve.

Some commenters viewed her statement as unnecessary and insensitive, especially since it referenced another woman who might have once been hurt by the situation. “You don’t build happiness on someone else’s heartbreak,” one user wrote. Another chimed in, “This kind of post is exactly why relationships don’t last. You’re celebrating humiliation, not love.”

Yet, others were quick to defend her, saying people should mind their business and stop pretending to be moral police on the internet. “Abeg, she’s just living her truth,” one fan commented. “If she found love, let her celebrate it how she wants. Nobody asked the ex to be careless.”

The phrase “careless girlfriend” particularly caught the internet’s attention, with many users now turning it into a trending topic and meme. Across TikTok and X (formerly Twitter), people began making jokes and skits around what it means to be a careless girlfriend, listing habits like forgetting birthdays, failing to cook, ignoring texts, or not showing enough affection. It seems her words have now sparked an unintentional trend that could redefine online relationship banter for a while.

Despite the backlash, the woman remained unbothered. In fact, she appeared to relish the attention, engaging playfully with both supporters and critics in her comment section. Her energy reflected that of someone who is not just confident in her marriage but also immune to the moral judgment of online strangers.

Still, beneath the humor and controversy, her story reignites an age-old debate about loyalty, relationship ethics, and the so-called “snatching culture” that’s become a recurring topic in Nigerian social media spaces. Some argue that no one can be “snatched” unless they want to leave, while others maintain that deliberately pursuing someone already in a relationship reveals questionable character.

A few users even pointed out that her statement might come back to haunt her someday, hinting that karma could play its role in unexpected ways. One user commented, “My sister, pray another woman doesn’t come and snatch him from you too. What goes around comes around.” Another user quipped, “You call it theft, but remember, every thief fears another thief.”

However, others countered that relationships are complex and that perhaps the so-called ex wasn’t as “careless” as portrayed. Maybe, they argued, the man had already fallen out of love or was seeking something the previous relationship lacked. “People move on, people fall out of love, it happens,” someone wrote. “If she found love and it worked, good for her. No need for moral lectures.”

Interestingly, this incident also highlights how social media has become a space where private victories are now performed publicly, often without consideration for how they might affect others involved. Posts like hers blur the line between celebration and provocation, leaving audiences torn between admiration and criticism.

As the post continues to circulate, new opinions emerge by the hour. Some call her bold and unapologetic; others label her insensitive and attention-seeking. But regardless of where one stands, there’s no denying that her story has become another reminder of how deeply intertwined love, pride, and public validation have become in today’s digital age.

While she and her husband may be happily married three years in, the internet seems far from done dissecting her story. For many, it’s not just about the fact that she married the man — it’s about how proudly she tells the world she took him. Love stories may be beautiful, but when told like this, they come wrapped in controversy, laughter, and a touch of scandal.

In the end, as social media users continue to argue over whether she’s a villain or just a playful wife with a sharp tongue, one thing remains certain: her post has successfully done what every post aims to do — go viral. Whether people love her confidence or hate her boldness, the “fashion designer in Lag Ipaja” has made her point loud and clear — in her eyes, this “theft” was worth it, and she’s not ashamed to call it the best decision she ever made.

Because, as she put it herself, it wasn’t just a snatch — it was, in her words, “the best theft in the history of thievery.”