A Nigerian man who made headlines last year for marrying two women on the same day has celebrated his first wedding anniversary in Delta State with a lavish and joy-filled ceremony that has reignited social media buzz. The historic event, which took place in 2024, drew national attention for its rarity, cultural boldness, and unapologetic celebration of polygamy.
Now, a year later, the trio—husband and two wives—have returned to the spotlight, this time to mark one year of marital bliss. Videos and photos from the anniversary party held in Delta over the weekend show the couple in high spirits, dressed in matching traditional attire, dancing and posing joyfully with family, friends, and well-wishers.
The man, whose name has not yet been disclosed in official media coverage, first went viral in June 2024 when he wedded both women in a single elaborate ceremony. The brides, who were aware of and embraced the arrangement from the outset, reportedly shared a close friendship and expressed no rivalry during or after the wedding.
Guests at the anniversary party confirmed that the marriage has continued smoothly with no known scandals or internal conflict, a testament, they say, to mutual understanding and transparency from the start. “They’ve made it work,” said a friend of the family. “This is not common, but it’s working for them.”
Cultural analysts note that while polygamy is legally and traditionally accepted in many parts of Nigeria, celebrating a dual wedding in such a public and simultaneous fashion is extremely rare. The couple’s unity and media-savvy approach have challenged conventional ideas of family structure and drawn both praise and criticism across platforms.
Online reactions have once again flooded platforms like Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), and TikTok, with users debating the emotional, cultural, and religious implications of such an arrangement. Supporters have hailed the man as bold and honest, while critics question the sustainability and emotional dynamics of such unions.
With year one in the books and all signs pointing to peace in the home, the trio’s unconventional love story continues to fascinate Nigerians and spark broader conversations about marriage, modern relationships, and cultural evolution in the country.
