SHOCK IN JOS: Bride Cancels Wedding on Eve Over Religious Dispute
What was meant to be a joyous celebration of love turned into a heartbreaking spectacle in Anguldi, Zawan (Jos), as a bride-to-be abruptly called off her wedding just hours before the ceremony was to take place.
Jos, Nigeria — What was meant to be a joyous celebration of love turned into a heartbreaking spectacle in Anguldi, Zawan (Jos), as a bride-to-be abruptly called off her wedding just hours before the ceremony was to take place.
The couple, who had reportedly been in a committed relationship for three years, were scheduled to exchange vows on Saturday, April 5. However, on the evening of Friday, April 4, the bride made a last-minute decision to back out of the union, citing religious differences — specifically, concerns about the groom’s affiliation with the Church of Christ in Nations (COCIN).
According to sources familiar with the situation, the bride’s refusal to partake in a longstanding COCIN tradition — spending the night before the wedding at the pastorium — triggered a series of disagreements between the couple and their respective families. This clash, which appeared to be rooted in deeper doctrinal or personal convictions, reportedly escalated to the point where reconciliation was no longer possible.
Guests from both sides, including bridesmaids and groomsmen who had traveled from various locations and were already lodged in hotels across Jos, were left stunned and disappointed. Many were gathered at the church early Saturday morning, completely unaware of the bride’s decision until it became clear she would not be arriving.
The abrupt cancellation has since ignited a firestorm of reactions on social media, with Nigerians expressing a mix of sympathy, shock, and criticism. While some commend the bride for standing by her convictions, others lament the emotional and financial toll on both families, guests, and especially the groom.
At the time of this report, neither the bride nor the groom has issued an official statement. However, members of the local community and church continue to speculate on the details surrounding the last-minute fallout.
The incident has sparked renewed conversations around the influence of religious practices in relationships and the challenges couples face when navigating differing beliefs, even after years of courtship.
