An asoebi guest at the highly publicised wedding of Nigerian content creators Jarvis and Peller has sparked online conversations after revealing that she spent ₦2.19 million to participate in the celebration.
The woman, who shared a detailed breakdown of her expenses in a viral video, gave viewers an insight into the cost of attending a luxury Nigerian wedding, from fashion and beauty preparations to event documentation.
According to her breakdown, the asoebi fabric alone cost ₦350,000, while her custom-made dress was ₦400,000. She also spent ₦300,000 on videography and ₦200,000 on photography to capture moments from the celebration.
Her preparations also included a pre-wedding studio shoot, which cost ₦75,000 per hour, as well as beauty expenses. She revealed that her pre-wedding hairstyle cost ₦100,000, her wedding hairstyle was ₦60,000, and her makeup cost another ₦60,000.
Other expenses included a purse purchased for ₦40,000, jewellery worth ₦60,000, earrings costing ₦50,000, and ₦50,000 spent on nails for both her hands and feet.
The asoebi girl also revealed that she had her gele tied twice, paying ₦50,000 each time.
Her disclosure has generated mixed reactions among Nigerians, with many debating the growing cost of attending high-profile weddings. While some believe such spending is a personal choice based on individual lifestyle and financial ability, others argue that expensive asoebi requirements and wedding expectations create pressure on guests.
The conversation comes amid ongoing online debates about the affordability of asoebi culture, with many Nigerians questioning how much is reasonable to spend on a one-day celebration.
The wedding of Jarvis and Peller has continued to attract attention, not only because of the couple’s popularity but also because of the lavish fashion, gifts, and experiences surrounding the event.