A disturbing trend is emerging in the wedding industry, as a fashion designer and event consultant, Ugomdi Ogbonna, reports a surge in wedding cancellations. Ogbonna, who has over five wedding suits in his showroom that were fully paid for but never used due to cancelled weddings, notes that this phenomenon is particularly prevalent among couples who met on social media.

According to Ogbonna, many couples are calling off their weddings after paying for their outfits and other arrangements, leaving businesses like his with significant losses. This trend raises concerns about the stability and commitment of online relationships, as well as the economic impact on the wedding industry.