THE TRADITIONAL MARRIAGE AT ALISIMIE, DELTA STATE

The day was 10^th May, 2017. As the official  photographer for the event, I was pre-informed about it. On that date, I put all my necessary equipment  together. We left Benin at 11:00am as a convoy to the venue where the bride, family and well wishers waited patiently for our arrival. Soon thereafter, we arrived there, and were warmly welcomed. There were some guests sitting quietly outside the  house.

Before going inside the house, I observed the serene environment. The village comprised mainly of mud houses. I saw electric poles an indication of electricity in the area. Most of the roads are tarred.

I brought out my video camera and took a few shots before going inside. Chairs were neatly arrange in the parlour to accommodate the  brides and grooms family. In the inner room, the bride was been given a make over. I took permission to go in and see her to take some shots. She looked gorgeous and amazingly beautiful in every way.

About 20mins later, the official ceremony started. The spokesperson for the brides family joyfully welcomed one and all. Kola nuts were offered in a clean bowl with some amount of money to support it. on a lighter note, the spokesperson sought to know the reason for the visit. A response came quickly from the representative of the grooms family. Thereafter, all the items brought, as required, were checked  on the list for compliance. The payment of the brideprice soon followed without hesitation.

Without wasting time, two veiled girls posed as the bride were brought in one after the other, but were quickly rejected. Later the true bride was unveiled to the admiration of everyone. Having satisfied all the necessary requirements, the newly wedded couple went outside amid cheers and acknowledgement from invited guests. The DJ played some melodious tunes which provoked a spontaneous dance steps from the couple and others.

At about 4:45pm the event winded up and we left Alisimie for Benin. Indeed, it was a great happy and successful occasion. The white wedding was slated for 13^th May, 2017.

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