Former Big Brother Naija star Ikechukwu Okonkwo, popularly known as Cross, has stirred widespread reactions online after a video showed him sharing a brief kiss on the lips with his mother during his wedding ceremony.
The moment occurred during the traditional mother-and-son dance at his white wedding held in Abuja, where the reality star and his mother were seen celebrating together on the dance floor.
In the now-viral clip, the reality TV star leaned in and kissed his mother on the lips, a gesture that quickly drew attention across social media platforms.
The wedding itself was a high-profile event attended by notable personalities, including political and entertainment figures, as Cross tied the knot with his partner, Chinonso Onyebuchi.
The ceremony had earlier generated positive buzz, especially after emotional clips showed the groom moved to tears while watching his bride walk down the aisle.
However, the focus soon shifted to the controversial kiss, with Nigerians expressing mixed reactions.
While some described the act as a harmless display of affection between a mother and her son, others argued that it crossed cultural boundaries and sparked discomfort.
The brand new husband, who gained fame after appearing on BBNaija Season 6 (Shine Ya Eye), has yet to publicly address the reactions trailing the viral moment.
The incident has since fueled conversations around cultural norms, personal boundaries, and expressions of family affection in Nigerian society.
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