3rd edition of the Kebbi State Mass Wedding

Name: 3rd edition of the Kebbi State Mass Wedding
Start: 2026-07-27
End: 2026-07-27
Location: Birnin Kebbi

The 3rd edition of the Kebbi State Mass Wedding took place on July 27, 2026, at the Haliru Abdu Stadium in Birnin Kebbi. During this event, Governor Nasir Idris issued an Executive Order, officially declaring the mass wedding an annual occurrence in Kebbi State. A total of 300 couples were joined in wedlock, with the state government providing financial support for their dowries.

Date: Jul 27, 2026
Location: Birnin Kebbi

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3rd edition of the Kebbi State Mass Wedding

Event summary

Highlights

Governor Nasir Idris declared the mass wedding an annual event via executive order.
300 couples (600 individuals) were married.
Kebbi state government paid N250,000 dowry for each couple.
Held at Haliru Abdu Stadium, Birnin Kebbi.

The third edition of the Kebbi State Mass Wedding was held on Monday, July 27, 2026, at the Haliru Abdu Stadium in Birnin Kebbi, Nigeria. This significant event brought together 300 couples, comprising 600 grooms and brides, who were officially united in marriage. A notable development at this edition was Governor Nasir Idris's issuance of an Executive Order, which formally established the mass wedding as an annual event in Kebbi State.

During the ceremony, the state government demonstrated its support by paying a dowry of N250,000 for each couple, totaling N75 million. Governor Nasir Idris acted as the Waliy (Guardian) for the brides, while the Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Sen. Atiku Bagudu, served as the Wakil (Representative) for the grooms, facilitating the solemnization of the marriages.

The Governor highlighted that the mass wedding initiative, originally conceived by his wife, Nafisa, and backed by the government, aims to boost morale, contribute to societal betterment, and assist less privileged individuals in starting their families. He affirmed his commitment to sustaining the event annually.

Practical details

Location described by the source: Haliru Abdu Stadium; blueprint.ng
Area for browsing nearby events: Birnin Kebbi

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