The veteran actor Pete Edochie shared a heartwarming story about his marriage, highlighting the simplicity and sincerity of his courting days.
In 1968, when Edochie wanted to marry his beloved, he said didn’t have the financial means to afford a ring, suit, or grand party.
Despite the challenges, he said he knew what he wanted and took bold action.
Edochie recounted how he went to the market, bought a strong and healthy goat, and carried it on his head to his prospective bride’s village.
The goat served as his engagement ring, symbolising his commitment and seriousness about marrying the girl.
Edochie’s proposal was straightforward and devoid of unnecessary drama.
There were no cameras, no Instagram posts, and no pretentious displays of wealth. Instead, it was a genuine expression of his love and commitment, accompanied by a tangible symbol of his responsibility.
The couple has been married for 57 years, and Edochie attributed their success to love, patience, and hard work.
He contrasted their approach to marriage with the modern-day emphasis on superficial displays of wealth and materialism.
“In 1968, when I wanted to marry, I didn’t have money for a ring, suit, or big party. Life was not easy then, but I knew what I wanted.
There was this beautiful girl I liked. I didn’t waste time. I went to the market, bought a strong, healthy goat, carried it on my head, and walked all the way to her village.
That goat was my own engagement ring. When I reached their compound, I met her father and said, “Sir, I want to marry your daughter.” He looked at the goat, then looked at me and smiled. He said, “This one is serious husband material.”
That day, I didn’t kneel down or take pictures. No camera, no Instagram, no drama. Just a goat, respect, and boldness.
That girl later became my wife. We built a home with love, patience, and hard work — not filters and fake lifestyle and it’s been 57 years.
”Young people today, you think love is about flowers and trips to Dubai. Sometimes, it’s about sacrifice and being responsible, ” he said.
Pete Edochie
