A key part of this celebration is the traditional marriage list, which the groom's family receives from the bride's family. This list shows respect and a willingness to meet cultural expectations. Let’s take a look at what this list includes and why it matters.
What’s on the Marriage List?
Introduction Items:
- One matchbox, a cover file, and a file belt
- Shovel, wheelbarrow, and rake
- Big generator
- Four wrappers for the mother
- One goat
- Six bags of rice
- Ten tubers of yam
- One bottle of hot drink
- Thirty liters of palm oil
- Four gallons of kerosene
- One jar of wine
- Marriage Proper:
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Family Items:
- One bottle of schnapps, one bottle of akakai, and ₦5,000 for the family table
- One big she-goat
- ₦20,000 for breaking the kola nut
- Knife and saucer of food
Other Gifts:
- Bunches of plantains, large native eggs, alligator pepper, and bitter kola
Special Gifts for Family Members:
Mother:
- Traditional clothing (wrapper and blouse)
- Pair of slippers
- Father:
- Chieftaincy attire and two pieces of wax
- Pair of shoes
- For the Younger Boys and Girls:
- Boys: Adidas football, biscuits, Fanta, and Coke
- Girls: Plates of fried groundnut, biscuits, Fanta, and Coke.
The marriage list in Akwa Ibom is a way to honor traditions and show respect. It’s more than just a list of items; it’s a symbol of the values and customs that make marriage special in this community. Meeting these requirements is a big step in uniting two families and starting a new journey together.
Understanding and respecting these traditions is important. The marriage list is a beautiful part of Akwa Ibom’s culture, reflecting the significance of marriage and the joining of families. It’s a tradition that enriches the community and honors the deep meaning of marriage.
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