The pre-wedding photos of a Benue couple have sparked debate online over their obvious age gap, with many people claiming the bride-to-be is underaged while others suggested she’s baby-faced.

 

The couple, Michael and Angel, are set to wed on December 13, 2025 in Kwande Local Government Area of the state.

 

Benue activist, Zeke Orkwande, who is from the community, shared the photos in a Facebook post on Monday, asking for confirmation of the girl’s age.

 

“Good morning my people, I hope this isn’t a case of underaged marriage about to happen in Ikyurav-ya, Kwande Local Government Area? Somebody help check,” he wrote.

 

“Recently, in Enugu state, police arrested a 30yrs old man for marrying a 13yrs old girl. Both parents were arrested too.

 

“Well, let’s not conclude yet, some people are born with ever young blood and baby faces. Maybe Angel isn’t underage as we see in photos. Let’s not judge the book by its cover yet. CONGRATULATIONS TO THEM.”