Man drags ex fiancée’s father to court, demands dowry refund

Quicknews_africa_net | 04-06-2026 03:13am |

Nasiru Dayyabu, a businessman, has initiated legal proceedings against Mallam Sani Direba, the father of his former fiancée, in a Shari’a Court II located in Magajin Gari, Kaduna. Dayyabu is seeking a total refund of N260,000, which includes N250,000 paid as dowry and N10,000 given as introduction money in connection with his intended marriage. The suit also includes two brothers of the ex-fiancée as co-defendants. The case highlights ongoing disputes related to marriage customs and financial obligations in the region.

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