A wedding in Mbaise took an unexpected turn when the bride’s family demanded an additional ?1 million (GHS10K) as a top-up for the bride price.
Guests were already gathered, and food and drinks were set when an elder from the bride’s side interrupted the ceremony, listing additional financial requirements.

The groom’s family, shocked by the sudden request, refused to comply.
Tensions escalated, leading to heated exchanges, with some members of the groom’s family declaring the wedding off. The once joyous occasion ended in chaos, leaving attendees in disbelief.
Drama ensues between in-laws as bride’s family from Mbaise demands ₦1 million as bride price. pic.twitter.com/jqNoVQEqD5
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