By Our Reporter
Ruth Kadri, Nollywood actress and filmmaker has advised young couples against the pressure to organise elaborate weddings, warning that the financial and emotional burden could affect their transition into married life.
Kadiri gave the advice in a video shared on her Instagram page, where she argued that extravagant ceremonies could place unnecessary strain on couples mentally, financially and spiritually.
According to the actress, couples who enjoy stable relationships while dating may experience unexpected pressure after their wedding because of the expectations and demands surrounding the ceremony.
“Big weddings put pressure on couples; it puts pressure on the marriage itself,” she said, adding that the mental health implications of wedding preparations were often overlooked.
Kadiri, who said she had been married for seven years, attributed the simplicity of her own wedding arrangements to the stability she believes she has enjoyed in her marriage.
She noted that some couples could spend months adjusting to the reality of married life after an elaborate ceremony, while the pressure to meet social expectations could make the transition more difficult.
The actress urged intending couples to consider modest alternatives, suggesting that traditional marriage rites could be conducted with a small gathering of close family members.
For couples planning a white wedding, she recommended a simple registry ceremony attended by about 30 guests, followed by prayers from a pastor and a modest celebration at home.
“I do want to encourage people, young people, go to your father’s house, your mother, your father, your uncle, two, two people carry from inside, mother and father, two people, pay the bride price, go home,” she said.
She added that couples should prioritise building their relationship and preparing for married life rather than spending excessively to impress guests.
The mother of two also raised spiritual concerns about lavish weddings, suggesting that some couples might encounter difficulties having children because of people invited to their ceremonies. However, she offered no evidence to support the claim.
Kadiri’s comments have brought renewed attention to discussions about wedding expenses, social expectations and the importance of financial and emotional preparation for marriage.
