Young Nigerian Groom Sparks Reactions as He Throws Away Palm Wine During Traditional Wedding Ceremony
A young Nigerian groom has sparked a flurry of reactions on social media after he refused to drink the palm wine served by his bride during their traditional wedding. The incident, captured in a video that has since gone viral, shows the groom pouring out the wine and placing cash in the empty cup before handing it back to his bride.
The video, which features the couple surrounded by family and friends, quickly gained traction online. The groom’s unconventional action during the wine-sharing part of the ceremony has led to widespread speculation and varied reactions from social media users.
Many commenters suggested that the groom’s action might have been driven by the fear of being poisoned.
This sentiment was echoed by several users who shared their concerns and personal experiences:
@weightlossproducts9ja remarked: “That’s how they do it to avoid cases of poisoning. As a bride that knows the people she’s surrounded with, please tell your groom not to drink from it but pour it away. I’ve lost an uncle through this.”
@mcmakopolo1: “Na only the bride know her people ooo and some of these traditional marriages the bride doesn’t live in the village; they only go to for the rites. So to avoid matters that touch the kidney… make ground chop too.”
@nene_george: “I’m still trying to understand why he did that. Is it that he doesn’t trust his wife’s family?”
Some users clarified that this practice is becoming more common due to safety concerns:
@enechelsea: “They don’t used to drink it again nau. They just collect and pour away. Cause the world is very wicked. You don’t know who handled the drink before the bride, so it’s better safe than sorry.”
The mixed reactions have highlighted the tension between traditional practices and modern safety concerns. While some see the groom’s action as a necessary precaution, others view it as a breach of tradition or a sign of mistrust.
The video has certainly ignited conversations about cultural practices, trust, and the lengths people will go to ensure their safety in contemporary times.
