PICTORIAL: Naira Rains As Success Says Yes To Former IYC National Treasurer

It was the coming together of the rich Ijaw culture and Benin as people from all works of life, particularly from the Ijaw nation, converged on Benin City, Saturday, March 5th, to witness the traditional marriage between lady Success and Chief Ben Bowei, a former national treasurer of Ijaw Youth Council (IYC).

The marriage which took place at Second Circular, Benin attracted both former and serving leaders of the most respected IYC across the oil-rich Niger Delta.

The groom family, led by High Chief Millionaire Muje, went straight to pay the pride price for the bride family and other necessary payment as required by traditional before they were ushered to the dancing floor with danceable Ijaw music wherein naira rained heavily for the amusement of many.

The Groom, who could not hide his feeling thanked all those who came from far and near to witness the marriage despite the short notice, saying “I am honoured, and I pray God to bless you and guide you back to your different destination.”

Present at the epoch traditional marriage were: High Chief Millionaire Muje; High Chief (Engr.) Pascal Akpofagha; Chief Somi Miye; Don Victor Kowei; Warela Muje; Tuemi Makilolo; former and serving IYC leaders, etc.

Below are pictures of the colorful marriage: