The Kebbi State Government has finalized plans to sponsor the mass wedding of 300 couples, with the government covering a ₦180,000 dowry payment for each pair.
The initiative is aimed at supporting orphans, widows, and individuals with special needs, regardless of their tribe or religious background.
Addressing journalists in Birnin Kebbi on Sunday, Suleman Argungu, Chairman of the Mass Wedding Committee, revealed that screening committees have been set up to ensure that all selected couples meet the required criteria.
“The screening process will include pre-marital health checks and an assessment of the groom’s employment or trade status to confirm that he is capable of supporting his wife,” Argungu stated.
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The program is part of the state government’s broader social welfare initiative, aimed at promoting family stability and reducing the financial burden of marriage for the less privileged.
As preparations continue, the government is expected to provide further details on the wedding ceremony date and additional support for the couples.