They will not get away with it in the hereafter as treating one wife better than the other and being neglectful is a major sin. We know this. Yet the Somali community allow them to get away with it scot free and women are left powerless.
I have seen my fair share and most if not all have been downright shambolic. Whilst you can argue that this is purely anecdotal, but this is an anecdote unfortunately many also have as well.
We already have a huge problem of men not being able to provide for their one and only wife and many kids. But in addition, some of these work shy men have no problem getting a 2nd wife.
The main culprit, i would say is lack of responsibility and care for the wellbeing of the family.
Halimo, I must tell you, men love women who have your possessive nature and that of IstarZ up there. Most Somali men wish their women were the soft kind and gentle. The kind who are easy to deal with and would call their husbands "Darling" and "Habibi".
So, do you remember your mom addressing your dad with such endearments? Be honest. We are nomadic people by culture and very harsh. If a Somali husband walked into the house and kissed his wife and called her Honey, she would be suspicious and assumes that he is up to no good. We are not romantic society and both our women and men shy away from coming across as soft and loving despite true love existing between our parents.
You and IstarZ have nothing to worry. Just make sure as you age you stay fit and give plenty of love to your husband. Overwhelming Somali men are loyal and never marry a second wife. Somali males are some of the easiest going men out there.
No worries Halimo. Just give up the goods often and play that endearing wife and all will be fine. Stay fit too.