Igbe Iyawo: The Yoruba wedding Ceremony

In the Nigeria (Southwestern part), traditional marriage literally called ‘Igbeyawo’ called in Yoruba land literally means ‘bride carrying by the groom’. Is a designated integral part of the culture and symbolic so it is not held with levity. Marriage is considered very important among the Yourbas and is usually colorful, full of life, surplus means and a joyful atmosphere. It is believed that a man without a wife would not command respect likewise a woman without a husband is seen as crownless. Hence, when a man comes to ask the hand of a woman in marriage, their friends and family are happy for them and rallies around to support them.

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