Yoruba traditional wedding: Ceremonies and festivals are celebrated. Nigerian cultures are known for their big and colourful celebrations. Every culture in Nigeria has their uniqueness and peculiarities when it comes to celebrations. In this article, you will learn about the major aspects of a traditional Yoruba engagement ceremony. Wedding ceremonies are a big deal in the Yoruba culture. They are often celebrated in a colourful and glamorous manner. The Yoruba traditional engagement is a very serious event. But it also includes sumptuous meals, graceful colours, and lots of fun.
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It is an occasion where people come and display their best outfits, jewellery, and handbags.
It also involves spending a lot of money both on the planning of the event and on the day of the ceremony. With exposure to western culture, Yoruba wedding ceremonies have experienced some changes from the way they were celebrated in old times. But even with the exposure to western cultures and ideas, the core values of the Yoruba culture traditions of the ceremony are still maintained. The Yoruba traditional engagement ceremonies are carried out in stages. And each of these stages holds a big significance to the Yoruba culture and traditions.
The introduction ceremony
Before the engagement ceremony, the introduction ceremony must have taken place. The introduction ceremony is when the two families, the families of the bride and groom get to know each other. This usually takes place months before the big day of the engagement ceremony. The introduction is not a big event and it is without fanfare.
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