Tension reportedly erupted at a wedding reception in Owerri after a prolonged power outage prompted the groom to confront the event planner in front of guests.
Eyewitnesses said the incident occurred when electricity at the venue went out and the standby generator was allegedly not activated for several hours. The resulting heat and discomfort reportedly forced many guests to leave early, disrupting the celebration.
The groom, visibly upset by the situation, reportedly stepped out of the hall to challenge the event planner over the failure to restore power. The confrontation reportedly became intense, with attendees having to physically restrain the groom to prevent the situation from escalating further.
According to witnesses, significant sums had been spent on the wedding and venue, making the disruption particularly distressing for the couple. Guests also claimed that food and drinks were wasted as attendance dwindled, leaving the bride emotionally shaken.
The incident has since circulated widely on social media, drawing reactions from users sympathising with the couple and criticizing the event planning oversight.