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Getting married the Nigerian way

The sounds, beats and meanings of a Yoruba engagement ceremony.

Hannah Ajala, a British-Yoruba broadcaster will walk us through the sounds, beats and meanings of a Yoruba engagement ceremony. Speaking to those at the heart of the traditional marriage and exploring its importance on what could be considered the most important day of their lives.

Producer: Tobi Olujinmi

(Photo: Yoruba marriage ceremony. Credit: David Olujinmi)

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27 minutes

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Sun 10 Oct 202123:32GMT
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