The concept of breaking ties refers to the process of severing or redefining social relationships, whether they be personal, professional, or communal. This can involve a range of experiences, from divorce or separation to migration or social exclusion. Abubakar's work on breaking ties seeks to understand the complex emotions, power dynamics, and social negotiations that underlie these experiences.
Nadira's husband, who is initially loving but ultimately passive and financially constrained. His failure to stand up to Nadira's father makes him complicit in her suffering.