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Lefe is a Hausa wedding tradition that originated in the Hausa Land, Northern Nigeria (Arewa). The tradition asks the groom to purchase beautiful and expensive items as a grand gift for his bride. The groom's female relatives, including his aunts, take the gifts (kayan lefe) to the bride's house before the wedding. Upon arrival, the bride's parents welcome them and offer refreshments, along with a small reward.[1][2]
Lefe holds immense importance in Hausa weddings today. In fact, out of a hundred weddings conducted in Hausa culture, it is observed that 99.99% of Hausas follow the tradition of bringing lefe either before the wedding or on the wedding day.[citation needed] The tradition, which is embraced by other ethnic groups in Northern Nigeria.[3] Additionally, in some groups it is expected that lefe will be given not only to the bride, but also to her female relatives.[3]
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- ^ a b Manunyi, Munyal (21 October 2022). "Kayan Lefe, Hausa Cultural Practice That Scares Men From Marriage In Northern Nigeria". The Whistler. Retrieved 24 December 2023.