A viral video has captured the heartbreaking moment a bride’s mother wept uncontrollably after guests began leaving her daughter’s wedding reception hungry when the caterer failed to deliver food on time.

The incident occurred in Benin, Edo State, where many attendees, disappointed and frustrated, left the hall as early as 6 p.m. Reports indicate that meals were not served as expected, leaving the celebration in disarray and the couple’s families devastated.

The most emotional scene unfolded when the bride’s mother, overcome with shame and sorrow, broke down in tears while watching guests file out without eating.

Social Media Outcry

The video, which has since gone viral on TikTok, X (formerly Twitter), Facebook, and Instagram, has drawn widespread reactions.

Many users condemned the caterer’s conduct, labeling it “unprofessional and careless.” Others have called for the caterer’s identity to be made public to prevent similar disappointments at future events.