ENUGU, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA)- In a remarkable union, a Nigerian man identified as Tersugh Aondona is preparing to marry three women on the same day in Benue State.
The wedding ceremony is scheduled for today, 31 January, 2024, at Lante Kukwagh Comprehensive Secondary School in Jato-Aka, Kwande Local Government Area.
The wedding invitation discloses the names of the soon-to-be wives: Blessing, Nancy, and Sulumshima. Festivities are set to commence at 6 pm and extend till dawn, promising a joyous celebration.
The announcement of this unique event stirred excitement on social media, with Harry Nyam expressing his anticipation on Facebook.
He shared, “31st January is finally here. All roads lead to Jato Aka today for our man, Tersugh Aondona AKA Aterry-baba. The town looks set to host the biggest weddings ever held in the state. Congrats to you and your wives bro. Very happy women. God when? 🥺”
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Other well-wishers, like James Atsa’am and Waalawa Mbaikyor, conveyed their support for the unconventional yet joyous occasion. Waalawa Mbaikyor even detailed the ancestral backgrounds of the three wives, highlighting the extensive reach of the marriage across the Tiv nation.
Waalawa Mbaikyor, wrote, “All roads leads to Turan-Jato-Aka tonight, the ancestral home of the Tiv nation as we all gather to celebrate our brother and his three tear leather wives.
“Of the three wives, one is Wan Utyomdu-Ihyarev, one is Wan Mbaterem Ukum and one is Wan Mbape Tor Ajio Ishangev-Ya.
“Our brother has captured the entire Tiv nation beginning from Kwande, MINDA And Sankera. We hope to celebrate the 4th and 5th Wives from Jemgbagh and Jechira.
“Congratulations to my brother, Or-U-Kuhwan Kasev Utar Yange Imom, High Chief Tersugh Aondona. I will be there tonight with the Jato-Aka people.”
This event echoes a similar occurrence in 2021 when Ekpe Akpove, a farmer from Delta State, made headlines by marrying two women on the same day, supported by his family and friends.
The celebration in Benue adds another chapter to the diverse tapestry of matrimonial ceremonies, showcasing the richness of cultural traditions and personal choices.