Super Eagles and Nottingham Forest star Taiwo Awoniyi was in tears during his twin's traditional marriage.
The striker arrived in Nigeria for his summer vacation after helping Nottingham Forest end the season without getting relegated.
His summer vacation also coincided with his twin sister’s traditional marriage, and he graced the event with his presence.
Awoniyi, who has been away from the pitch for a while now due to injury, was celebrated as he entered his sister's traditional marriage.
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Awoniyi blesses sister’s traditional marriage
The Nottingham Forest forward attended the traditional marriage ceremony of his twin sister upon his return to Nigeria.
Awoniyi was greeted by his friends and family, and his twin sister came up to hug him, with some of the family spraying money for the star player and his sister.
The Super Eagles striker was seen praying for his twin sister while hugging her among people surrounding him.
A video was shared on X by CHUKS with the caption, “Emotional moment: Super Eagle player, Taiwo Awoniyi was asked to pray for his twin sister on her traditional wedding day.😍🥹♥️”
Awoniyi became emotional, with tears rolling down his cheek while he was showering prayers for his twin sister.
The striker, who is currently injured, will get to spend more time with his family before returning for the new season in England.