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A bridesmaid has sparked intense online debate after issuing a strong warning against marrying a man who is not financially buoyant, following her experience at a friend’s wedding ceremony.
The comment, which was captured on video and later shared online, has continued to generate mixed reactions across social media platforms.
The bridesmaid was seen seated in a car alongside other bridesmaids shortly after the wedding ceremony, engaging in a candid conversation about marriage, finances, and expectations.
Lady warns against marrying poor men
Dressed in the colour theme of the wedding, the bridesmaid openly advised ladies who are yet to settle down to avoid marrying men she described as “poor.”
According to her, financial stability plays a major role in achieving the kind of wedding many women dream of, stressing that love alone is not enough.
She confidently stated that men without money are incapable of providing the luxurious or well-planned weddings most women desire.
“A poor man cannot give you your dream wedding. If you like marry for love,” she said emphatically during the conversation.
One of the ladies boldly declared that she would rather marry for money than love, insisting that financial comfort matters more in marriage decisions.
When a male voice attempted to counter the argument by suggesting that marrying for money could lead to physical abuse or unhappiness, the bridesmaids quickly dismissed his claim, collectively shutting him down.
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Conversation sparks mixed reactions
The video has since gone viral, drawing sharp criticism and support from different quarters online.
While some netizens argued that the bridesmaid was simply being realistic about modern marriage expectations, others accused her and her friends of focusing more on weddings than the actual institution of marriage.
Many viewers also pointed out the growing trend of prioritizing extravagant ceremonies over long-term marital values such as commitment, understanding, and partnership.
Netizens reactions
@BlessedGirl001 remarked: “See the way they are so fixated on ‘Dream wedding’ rather than the marriage. That’s to tell you that many women prepare for wedding not marriage”
@EAZYFOOL_ wrote: “Wedding wey dem go soon divorce after 6 months 🤣🤣🤣🤣
Dey play”
@Philose stated: “Na your dream but na person you want make him sponsor. Omo street just full of jeje ladies instead of wives”
@zenmagafrica wrote: “A bunch of delusional women dreaming of a wedding they won’t pay a dime for but all want to experience”
Despite the backlash, the clip continues to circulate widely, keeping conversations about love, money, and marriage expectations alive online.
Watch video below …
A p00r man cannot give you your dream wedding” — Bridesmaid says after witnessing her friend’s wedding 👀 pic.twitter.com/8GfRM0FWCp
— TENIOLA (@Teeniiola) December 28, 2025
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