Wedding of Shame: Anambra Man Cancels Wedding After Fiancée's Alleged Affair With Reverend Father

In what was meant to be a joyous and sacred union, a dark scandal has thrown the community of Ukpor in Nnewi South Local Government Area of Anambra State into a frenzy. A man, identified as Nwandu Chibuike from Umuomam Village in Osumenyi, has called off his wedding just days before the highly anticipated traditional ceremony, after allegedly discovering that his bride-to-be was entangled in a secret affair with a Catholic Reverend Father.

The wedding, which was scheduled to take place on the 2nd of August, 2025, at the Okoli Chekezie Compound in Umudara Ezike Ebe, Ukpor, was expected to draw a large crowd of family, friends, and well-wishers. Invitation cards had been widely circulated, preparations were in top gear, and excitement had reached a fever pitch. But all came crashing down when Chibuike made a shocking public declaration: the ceremony was canceled due to what he described as an "active sexual relationship" between his fiancée and a clergyman.

In a post that has since gone viral on social media, Chibuike expressed his anguish and betrayal, stating that despite having gone through the introduction rites and finalizing arrangements for the traditional wedding, he uncovered evidence that his fiancée, identified only as Chidimma, was still intimately involved with a Reverend Father. What made the matter even more scandalous was his claim that he had her confession on tape.

"The wedding is canceled because I discovered that she was still in an active sexual relationship with her Reverend Father, even after the introduction," he wrote bitterly. "I have her confession on tape. I can’t proceed with this kind of disgrace. The devil himself is among us."

This revelation has sent shockwaves across the town and surrounding communities, especially considering the high regard in which priests are typically held in the deeply religious state. Many locals have taken to various social platforms to express their disbelief, outrage, and disappointment.

Some community elders who spoke to our reporter under anonymity said they were heartbroken over the turn of events. “This is a disgrace not only to the families involved but to the entire community,” one elder said. “A Reverend Father is supposed to be a symbol of purity and guidance, not someone causing young women to stumble. If these allegations are true, then we are witnessing the desecration of everything we hold sacred.”

The identity of the Reverend Father allegedly involved has not been publicly confirmed, but Chibuike’s cryptic message hinted that the man of God is aware of the social media uproar but has chosen to remain silent. “Yes, you can identify him by his dressing,” Chibuike claimed. “Please help me ask him why he is engaging in evil.”

Despite the emotional weight of the matter, Chibuike has maintained a level of dignity in his responses, declining to mention his ex-fiancée’s full name or release the alleged tape for public consumption, stating that he does not want to further disgrace the families involved. However, many believe that this case will not end quietly, especially as the scandal involves the church, a revered institution in the predominantly Christian southeastern state.

“This isn’t just about a broken relationship,” a youth leader in Ukpor remarked. “This is about the betrayal of trust on so many levels—between lovers, between spiritual leaders and their congregants, and between the community and its values.”

Family sources confirmed that both the Okoli and Nwandu families are devastated. “This wedding was meant to unite two respected families,” one family member said. “Now everything is in ruins, and our name is being dragged all over the internet.”

Attempts to reach the Diocese in charge of the area for a statement proved futile as of the time of filing this report. However, a lay member of the church who spoke on the condition of anonymity said, “If this turns out to be true, it will not be swept under the rug. The Church has a moral obligation to act. No one is above the principles of the Church—not even the cassock.”

In the meantime, reactions online have ranged from supportive to skeptical. While some hailed Chibuike for walking away from what they called a “ticking time bomb,” others questioned why he chose to make the matter public instead of handling it discreetly through family or church channels. Nevertheless, many sympathized with his pain, acknowledging the difficulty of making such a painful decision so close to the wedding date.

One user commented, “This man just saved himself from years of tears. Imagine marrying someone who has the boldness to keep seeing another man—let alone a priest—behind your back. God saved you.”

Another wrote, “This is not just about the woman; the so-called Reverend Father must face the consequences. This is a stain on the cloth of the church.”

As the community braces for the fallout, questions linger in the air: Will the Church investigate? Will Chibuike ever release the tape? Will there be any disciplinary action against the accused Reverend Father? And most importantly, how do the affected families move forward from this tragic turn of events

One thing is certain: August 2nd, 2025, which was supposed to mark the beginning of a lifelong journey for Chibuike and Chidimma, will now be remembered for a different reason entirely—a day when truth, betrayal, and heartbreak collided in a public and unforgettable spectacle.