A Nigerian bride has captured widespread attention on TikTok after filming herself sweeping each of her in-laws' compounds early in the morning. The video, posted by user @queencyplace1, shows the bride moving from one compound to another with a broom in hand at daybreak. She explained that this practice is a custom expected of every bride from her Etsako tribe, requiring them to sweep all compounds belonging to their in-laws.
Tradition Explained by Bride
In the clip, the bride stated: 'Sweeping each of my in-law's compound early in the morning as custom demands from Etsako bride.' The footage quickly went viral, drawing a wide range of responses from TikTok users. Many expressed surprise, while others shared their own experiences with similar traditions.
Mixed Reactions from Viewers
The comments section filled rapidly as viewers weighed in. User @Judi-amie003 shared: 'We do this too in my hometown, I could remember when I was still at home, we were always Happy following our new wife to sweep compound and after they’ll give us kola (money). Congratulations dear.' Another user, @Adesua, joked: 'When I do my own I no go village o my uncles came to Lagos and I send things to the elders at home.'
@shez_mimi added: 'Oh, I did this too. And to the people saying nonsense, I don't think she swept all the full compound. I didn't, you just sweep a little just so your broom marks can show, besides, other unmarried ladies can follow you. I went with three other girls.'
@Agbanchala recalled: 'I did it too in my husbands villa. My MIL say make I no even stress myself, say make I rub broom from everybody house enter inside go sleep.' Meanwhile, @Kimberly Yesufu noted: 'I no do o, me and my husband Etsako, nobody asked me to do. Congratulations. I love seeing fellow Etsako sisters.'
Questions About Authenticity
Some users questioned whether the tradition was universal. @LUXURY HAIR VENDOR commented: 'I’m from Estako, Agenebode to be precise. None of my sisters or cousins has ever done this. I got married Dec last year and I didn’t do this o. Abi na new tradition be this one.' Others defended the practice, with @Mhiz Ella saying: 'My husband side Dey do same but my mother-in-law no gree she said my waist Dey important Biko.'
@April bby added humorously: 'Thank God say I be igbo and my side no dey do this kind thing because laziness no go allow me sweep anybody compound. I never sweep my papa own finish self.'
Broader Cultural Context
This incident follows a similar report by Legit.ng, where a Nigerian lady showed how her brother's new bride swept the entire family compound as part of marriage rites. The bride's action underscores the diversity of wedding customs across Nigeria, with some traditions requiring specific duties from new brides to demonstrate respect and integration into the family.
The video continues to spark conversations about cultural expectations in marriage, with many users sharing their own stories and opinions on the matter.
