A viral social media video has sparked widespread reactions after a Nigerian couple publicly tore their marriage certificate during their wedding ceremony.
The unusual act, carried out shortly after the certificate was issued, has stirred debate across online platforms, with many questioning its meaning and implications.
The act reportedly took place at the wedding venue, moments after the official documentation was handed over to them.
According to the source of the video, the couple’s action was symbolic. It was said to represent their belief that divorce would never be an option in their union.
Guests at the ceremony were heard cheering loudly as both partners tore the documents, believed to be two copies of the certificate.
Despite the celebratory mood at the event, the gesture has continued to divide opinions online.
Many social media users have criticised the act, describing it as unnecessary and lacking practical value.
One user, Iamnotarealman, wrote: “Women don’t let go of themselves like men. You can see she’s not in line with the decision, it shows on her face. Na men dey mumu for these love journey. Think like a woman.”
Another user, ManNelo, added: “Tearing your marriage certificate to ‘stop divorce’ is like tearing your light bill to stop NEPA from taking power. It’s a meaningless gesture that changes nothing about the reality.”
AfcxOfficial raised concerns about the importance of the document, stating: “But marriage certificate is more than keeping for divorced, what if they want to travel out of country as a couple or is needed to prove a point, anyways this don’t sound alright to me. Wish them best.”
FETWAB also criticised the move, saying: “People go just dey mumu up and down. Is the certificate only meant for divorce purposes. I’ll blame the mumu hubby the more, if the wife wants to act stupid it’s job to guide her.”
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