A viral video circulating online has stirred broad emotions after a best man was seen taking a break from his wedding responsibilities to eat a dish of amala during the ceremony.
The video, which has garnered attention on social media, captures a strange yet familiar scene at what appears to be a bustling wedding reception.
Guests remained sitting and attentive while the master of ceremonies continued with the programme, showing that the event was still in full swing.
Among the continuous events, a sharply dressed young man, identified as the best man, was spotted standing quietly along a wall.
Instead of interacting with guests or aiding with activities, he appeared to be completely preoccupied with eating a dish of amala.
The juxtaposition between his elegant dress and the casual act of eating in a corner piqued viewers’ interest. Many found the situation amusing, while others sympathised with what they called as a “very human reaction.”
The video has already sparked a flood of comments, with netizens providing varying but usually light-hearted perspectives on the situation.
See reactions below;
Habeeb Kayode joked: “The guy avoid fainting out of starvation and quickly sort himself a plate of Amala to stay giddy so that @instablog9ja will not end up posting him. And una still go post am. Who get capable lawyers abeg.. Una wan frustrate my guy.”
Another user, Genius, expressed mild irritation: “Rolling your swallow in palm irritates me, who started that rubbish? Why do they do it?”
Emerenini shared a relatable take, saying: “Typically what I can do 😅😅… best man Dey usually Dey stressed out for wedding.”
Jennifer defended the best man, writing: “Best man no be human being? The guy is hungry please, let him eat.”
Gozman added humour to the conversation: “He cannot kee himself na. Man needs some food u know…”
See video below;