A Nigerian woman has taken to social media to joyfully celebrate finally tying the knot with her longtime partner after 19 years of courtship and 13 years of living together as an unofficial couple with three children.
The woman, known as @teekay_babe on TikTok, shared a heartwarming video from their Nikkah wedding ceremony, which took place about a month ago. Surrounded by family, friends, and well-wishers, the couple officially sealed their union after nearly two decades of being together.
In her post, she encouraged viewers not to be selfish with their emotions and instead celebrate her happiness with her. She made it clear that despite the long wait and the lack of a formal bride price, she felt fulfilled and thankful to finally be a legally recognized wife.
The couple’s relationship spans an impressive 19 years, with 13 of those spent living together under one roof, raising three children in the process. The woman noted that although her husband had not paid a dowry, they had functioned as a family for over a decade.
Her story sparked mixed reactions online. While some users applauded her for her patience and congratulated her on finally having a formal wedding, others questioned the significance of legalizing the union after such a long time spent together as an unofficial couple.
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@Raheema💰: What is the point again?🤣
@Yhettyqueen Goddess 💞💕: 19 plus 13 is 32. How old are you ma?
@olashittu: tk darling chai congratulations u no invite me very happy for girlfriend
@chipepper1: This is beautiful 🥰 congratulations
@Oyinlola💞White🥰😘🇳🇬: Congratulations 👏👏 Allah will continue to bless your union 🙏
@Kemmy_Dammy: Superb happy for you darling friend
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@teekay_babe Don’t be too selfish to congratulate me pls #trendingvideo #fypviralシ #nikkahceremony #nikah #nikkahbride #mosque #mosquenikkah #nikahinmosque #tiktoknigeria #muslimwedding #foryoupage❤️❤️ #goviral #fypシ゚ ♬ original sound – Atinuke