"She Felt Betrayed": Nigerian Woman Cancels Wedding After Fiancé’s Mother Revealed His True Age
- A 36-year-old Nigerian woman called off her wedding just weeks before the ceremony after discovering from her fiancé’s mother that he had lied about his age
- She had believed he was 33, but he was actually way younger, leaving her feeling betrayed and unhappy
- At 36, she had accepted a three-year age gap, but finding out he was actually way younger made her feel deceived, prompting her to call off the marriage
A Nigerian woman has called off her wedding after discovering her fiancé’s real age from his mother just weeks before the ceremony.
The woman found out about the discrepancy during a conversation with his mother and realized that he had lied to her.
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Nigerian woman cancels wedding weeks before big day
The lady, who is older than her fiancé, made the difficult decision to call off the wedding after learning that his actual age was far different from what she had been told.
The video of the revelation has sparked widespread discussion on social media after being shared by a user.
According to a post by @educatedtug01 on X (formerly Twitter), the woman is 36 years old, and her fiancé had told her he was 33. However, she discovered weeks before the wedding that he was actually 28.
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"A lady called off her wedding because her fiancé lied about his age. He’s 28, she’s 36… but he said 33. She was fine with the 3-year gap… wedding was next month! The worst part? She found out from the guy’s mom. So… did she call it off because of the age or because he lied?"
The post immediately caught the attention of many people, sparking debates online. Concerned individuals flocked to the comments section to share their thoughts.
Reactions as woman cancels wedding over age lie
@adeewunmii:
"Someone that can lie about that will lie about so many things. It should have been fixed but it’s her choice."
@Belbeljum added:
"It’s because he lied."
@jum__oke noted:
"Because of the age.. not a reason to break up tho, it’s something communication would have sort but anyhow.'
@MhideyT20580 stressed:
"Because he lied Since she was cool with the 3 years gap. She felt betrayed already Love wey just start ooo."
@itzchristunique stated:
"She's the only person that knows why she called it off but from my own perspective, it might be cause he lied. There must be transparency in relationship before you go down to marriage and if that's not there, then it's a big red flag o."
@vickiedollarh0 added:
"I think both, he shouldn't have lied about his age in the first place,,,and also if he had told her the whole truth.....she might not agree to his request."
@Amara_Grace2 shated:
"For me, age shouldn’t be a reason to call off the wedding. After all, age is just a number, but the issue here is that the guy lied."
@DazylingQueeen noted:
"It wasn’t really about the age, the main problem was the lie. With proper communication, things might have been different, but it is what it is."
@savvymoneygirl: "It’s the lie. The facet that you all are more bothered about her age than the lies of a full grown man is troublesome."
@TowFunFun noted:
"She's meant to have accepted that guy like that.Women should know that they can't get what they want above 30. If it comes fine, if it doesn't, manage what you have, because you are past your prime. Who will marry her at age 36? She will soon turn 37, that's almost 40. Okay."
@Toribabieegirl stressed:
"Wow...the age gap might not matter as she was okay with the three years gap But probably because he l!ed. Her choice tho."
@OlaiboO said:
"Cos he lied, been 36, does not mean she should settle down for anything, if she settles down for anything at 36, she would be out of the marriage at 37. Marriage is never about age, We should not get it twisted."
When Legit.ng reached out to Ogwuche Godwin, a Relationship Counselor, Therapist, and Director of Go-Ru Marriage Academy, about the Nigerian woman who canceled her wedding after discovering her fiancé lied about his age, he explained that dishonesty, no matter how small it seems, can deeply affect trust in a relationship.
He began:
“If a person can hide something personal from someone they are planning to spend their life with, it raises big questions like, ‘What else are you hiding?’ or ‘Can I really trust you?’ Once trust is broken, it’s very hard to fix."
"Even something people may think is small, like lying about age, has caused many relationships to collapse or wedding plans to be canceled. Marriage is built on truth, and if that foundation cracks, everything else becomes shaky.”
The expert then addressed how age differences can influence relationships, noting that age itself isn’t usually the problem; how couples handle the difference is what matters.
He added:
“Age difference alone is usually not the problem. It’s how both partners handle the difference that matters. Some couples with bigger age gaps do very well because they respect each other, communicate openly, and treat each other as equals."
"Problems can come up when one partner, especially the older one, starts acting like a parent rather than a partner. This can hurt communication, respect, and emotional connection.”
He went on to explain the warning signs couples should watch for before committing to marriage, emphasizing that ignoring these red flags can lead to bigger problems later.
He stated:
“Dishonesty is a big red flag. If someone cannot be honest before marriage, they won’t suddenly become honest after. Other warning signs include poor communication, abuse, cheating, controlling behavior, financial irresponsibility, and emotional baggage that hasn’t been dealt with."
"Love is important, but it shouldn’t blind you to reality. The things you ignore in a relationship will become bigger problems in marriage. Always listen to your peace; it never lies.”
Finally, he shared practical advice on how couples can maintain transparency and build lasting trust, stressing the importance of honesty and accountability.
He noted:
“Be honest from the beginning. Don’t hide your age, past, or finances. Communicate openly about your fears, expectations, and even mistakes. Keep your promises. Admit when you’re wrong and apologize. Set clear boundaries and avoid secrets about phones, money, or friends. Above all, make honesty the foundation of your relationship. Trust grows where truth lives.”
Nigerian Lady Ends 7-Year Relationship, Cancels Wedding
Meanwhile, Legit.ng reports that a Nigerian lady has called off her seven-year relationship and cancelled her wedding after discovering her fiancé was involved with another woman.
The lady revealed that she learned her partner had been seeing someone else for two years, despite having made plans to marry her.
Source: Legit.ng
