The Most Expensive Tribe To Marry From In Nigeria

The Most Expensive Tribe To Marry From In Nigeria

The cost of weddings in Nigeria ranges from the dowry requested by bride’s family and community to the traditional items requested to be presented before the wedding ceremonies can take place.

Getting married in some parts of Nigeria can tempt a young man into robbing a bank, especially if he doesn’t have a good job or a viable source of income. 

Hence many men tend to get married late because they want to make all the money they can before they attempt fulfilling any marriage rites.

Here are some of the most expensive wedding cultures in Nigeria

The Mbaise People of Imo State

The Mbaise people are found in Imo state part of Nigeria and they occupy three local government areas in Imo State (Aboh Mbaise, Ahiazu Mbaise and Ezinihitte Mbaise). 

The major cities of Mbaise people are Ezi na ihite, Ahiara. Agbaaja, Oke Uvuru. 

The Mbaise people are known for their quest for higher education, hence the large numbers of graduates and professionals amongst them. 

The Mbaise culture is amongst the most expensive cultures to marry from in Nigeria because of the numerous components that make up their traditional marriage list. 

As a matter of fact, the more educated the bride is, the more expensive the marriage list becomes. For you to marry in Mbaise and be applauded, you have to spend N350, 000 up wards. 

Some families are considerate and will not ask for everything. They may tell the groom to settle the kindred, because if he has to do everything, he might need up to N500, 000.

The Annang People of Akwa Ibom State

The Annang people are found in Akwa Ibom state and they are the second largest ethnic group in Akwa Ibom state. 

Any groom who intends taking a bride from the Annang people must be ready to meet fulfill the traditional marriage rites of the people and it is indeed expensive because of the loads of stuff and fees that the groom is expected to buy and pay for. 

The cost could be about 500,000 to 700,000 Naira.

Bororos of Northern Nigeria

The Bororos of northern Nigeria look identical to the Fulanis in several aspects and they have several similar cultures. 

It is believed both the Bororos and the Fulanis require several live cows that could even constitute a herd before releasing their daughters for marriage. 

They may request for between 10 to 50 live cows, depending on the ability and wealth of the suitor, before a wedding ceremony can take place. 

With the dollar rate at 365, I leave you to do the maths.

Ijebus of Ogun State

A man is not tasked so much at attempting to marry an Ijebu lady from Ogun State, but the wedding ceremony can be as expansive as feeding and entertaining a whole community. 

The dowry or bride-price requested of the suitor and the wedding items listed to be provided may be within reasonable range, but the Ijebus are known to be jolly-hearted and wouldn’t miss any social opportunity for a lavish party or cultural event where food and entertainment take center-stage.

The Efik People of Cross Rivers State

When it comes to rich culture, the Efik people are endowed. 

Their marriage rites is always an event to look out for. 

The marriage list generated depends on the families involved, and especially, if the groom’s family is influential. 

The bride price is decided in Euro, this is due to the high colonial influence on them.

So many have condemned the expensiveness of marrying in Nigeria, but its a practice that has been there for ages.

After all, Jacob in the Bible served his father-in-law for 7 years before he could marry his first wife, and another 7 years to be able to marry his second wife. 

So, if you love her, then consider the required bride price a small sacrifice to be paid since she is willing to spend the rest of her life with you. I’m just saying!