A Nigerian man based in the United Kingdom has reportedly called off his wedding plans after receiving a bride price list valued at N3.5 million. The man, who was in a relationship with a Nigerian woman, ended things due to the exorbitant demands.

The story was shared by a matchmaker, @dearolaa, on X (formerly Twitter), who revealed that the man was a member of her matchmaking platform. According to her, the man was deeply hurt by the situation, especially since he had plans to take the woman abroad and support her education.

The matchmaker's post criticized the bride's family for their greed, stating, "Why would anyone ask for all these just to marry a woman? Won't the man end up treating her like he likes? You basically sold your child. It's very ridiculous, and I hope women learn from this."

The story has sparked discussions online, with many questioning the cultural and financial implications of high bride price demands. Reactions ranged from shock and disappointment to criticism of the bride's family.

The incident highlights the ongoing debate about the commercialization of marriage in Nigerian culture, with many arguing that exorbitant bride price demands can lead to exploitation and undermine the true value of marriage.