- Despite cultural and theological differences, a Nigerian Muslim weds Oyinbo Christian he met online through a mutual acquaintance.
- Despite some obstacles, including the language barrier and the distance, they were able to overcome them thanks to their good intentions.
- They were wed in Nigeria with respect for one other’s beliefs and customs, and they aim to serve as an example for those who are in similar circumstances.
Isa Hammanjoda aged 39, a Nigerian Muslim weds Oyinbo Christian from Norway in what seemed like a fated ordeal.
He connected online and eventually met Diana Maria Lugunborg, a 43-year-old primary school teacher, through Ramata Ahmadou, a mutual friend who had wed his friend Mohammed Umar.
Diana was drawn to Isa’s face in a group photo that Ramata, who also teaches in Norway, showed her friends from her wedding in Nigeria.
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She sent him a friend request on Facebook, and they immediately began corresponding.
They soon became aware of their shared interests and began to sense a connection.
He said: “I was surprised by how much we connected. She was very respectful and supportive of me and my culture. She confessed her love for me first, and I felt the same way.”
Nigerian Muslim weds Oyinbo Christian
Diana had a nine-year-old child from her previous marriage and was a California native who grew up in Norway.
The language barrier was one of the difficulties that Isa and Diana encountered in their relationship.
Isa didn’t speak Norwegian, and Diana didn’t speak much English. When words failed them, they used Google Translate to communicate.
He told Dailytrust: “Diana understands a little English, so we mostly communicate in English language, but I have also started learning her language. When the communication gets tough, she uses the Norwegian language and I have to use Google Translate to understand what she means. Nonetheless, language has never been a barrier for us as we always find ways to communicate effectively.”
They got hitched on July 14, 2023, in Nigeria.
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Meanwhile, a Nigerian man married old Oyinbo woman and stirred massive reactions online. The video went viral and showed clips from the event.
During the video, an elderly woman enjoyed a mini bridal shower celebration accompanied by Nigerian women.
A man expressed his joy over the success of their wedding.
