Lilian Afegbai Slams Friend For Selling Wedding Aso Ebi In Dollars

Actress Lilian Afegbai Reacts to Friend’s Pricey Wedding Aso Ebi

Popular Nollywood actress Lilian Afegbai has publicly expressed her shock after discovering that her friend, a Lagos-based bride, is selling her wedding aso ebi fabric in dollars.

The actress took to Instagram on Wednesday to share her disbelief, revealing that she was asked to pay a staggering $1,200 for the aso ebi fabric.

“Nigerian Brides Are Overdoing It” – Lilian Afegbai

In her post, Afegbai questioned why wedding guests in Nigeria are now being asked to pay for aso ebi in foreign currency.

“Are people now selling aso ebi in dollars in Lagos? You guys are doing too much!”

She explained that after receiving an invitation to the wedding, she happily congratulated the bride and checked the event details. However, she was taken aback when she saw the price tag of $1,200 for the fabric.

At first, Afegbai assumed the amount was in Naira, thinking it might be a generous discount. But upon checking further, she realized the price was actually in U.S. dollars, prompting her to do the conversion.

“$1,200 multiplied by 1,600 Naira per dollar—how many millions is that? For someone else’s wedding? Is it my ‘I do’? Everybody should relax, there is life after the wedding!”

Luxury Aso Ebi: A Growing Trend?

The rising cost of aso ebi fabrics at Nigerian weddings has sparked debates on social media, with many questioning the pressure placed on guests to spend excessively. Some have linked this trend to wedding prestige and social status, where brides aim for grand celebrations regardless of the financial strain on their guests.

According to a report by BusinessDay, the luxury wedding industry in Nigeria continues to expand, with event vendors and designers catering to high-end clientele willing to spend millions on outfits and decorations.

Final Thoughts

Lilian Afegbai’s reaction has ignited conversations about the extravagant demands placed on wedding attendees in Nigeria. As the debate continues, many are left wondering whether this trend is sustainable or if it’s time for a cultural shift in wedding expectations.

Do you think wedding aso ebi should be this expensive? Share your thoughts in the comments.