until they discover how expensive weddings have become.

What shocks most couples is this:

Even a “small wedding” can swallow millions before the day ends.

Money disappears quickly into:

• Hall rental

• Food and drinks

• MC and DJ

• Decoration

• Wedding dress and suit

• Photography and video

• Aso-ebi

• Makeup

• Cake

• Transportation

And somehow…

new expenses keep appearing every week.

Many couples in Nigeria now say:

“The wedding planning stressed us more than the marriage itself.”

The painful part?

Some people borrow money just to impress guests for one day.

Meanwhile, experienced couples are now choosing:

• Smaller guest lists

• Simple decorations

• Outdoor weddings

• Digital invitations

• Budget-friendly venues

because reality has changed.

In cities like Ibadan, Lagos, and Abuja, prices increase depending on:

• Season

• Weekend demand

• Location

• Social status expectations

Even photographers and makeup artists now get fully booked months ahead.

But many Nigerians still don’t realize:

A peaceful marriage is more important than an expensive wedding.

Today, more young people are asking:

“Should we spend millions on one day… or invest in our future?”

What part of Nigerian weddings do you think is unnecessarily expensive?