Governor slams polygamy

Governor slams polygamy

KUPANG, East Nusa Tenggara: Governor Herman Musakabe has
expressed his dismay over the local people's practice to have
more than one wife.

Musakabe said the polygamous practice is widespread although
most of the local populace embrace Christianity, which prohibits
men from having more than one wife.

He told his guests when celebrating his 54th birthday on
Monday, that the reality showed that the local government has yet
to intensify its campaign to step up its educational programs.

The governor also criticized the locals' habit to spend money
on lavish parties, Antara reported.

He said the people should learn to save and quit their
extravagant lifestyle, such as slaughtering cattle for a mere
party. (pan)