A pair of twin brothers – Taiwo and Kehinde Oguntoye – married twin sisters Taiwo and Kehinde Adediran in a joyous joint ceremony in Ibadan, south-west Nigeria. The Yoruba people, who predominate in south-west Nigeria, are known for having an unusually high number of twin births.

The Oguntoye-Adediran love story began a decade ago, when all four were studying at the University of Ibadan. A lecturer told the Oguntoyes that she knew a set of twin sisters they should meet, which piqued the brothers' interest. They eventually visited the Adedirans but were not initially interested in a relationship. Instead, the foursome became friends.

Life took them in different directions, however. The sisters, who had been studying for master's degrees in Ibadan, moved abroad to continue their studies, while the brothers travelled and worked in several countries, including the United States and South Africa.

Several years passed before the brothers reached out again. Over time, despite some initial scepticism, their connections became undeniable. The couple's families were thrilled by the relationships – Taiwo Oguntoye recalls bonding with his in-laws instantly. "Everyone was so happy to see us, it felt like we had known them all our lives," he said.

"We know many twins, but this marriage feels like it was arranged by God. We have always dreamed of marrying twins," Taiwo Oguntoye told BBC Yoruba on his wedding day.

The brothers say they share similar personalities to their wives, describing themselves as ambiverts – sometimes quiet, sometimes outgoing, depending on the situation. Although they are very close, the married couples will live apart, Taiwo Oguntoye said.

The Oguntoyes have some physical differences, being fraternal twins, but their wives are identical. "Our wives look so alike that even their family members sometimes confuse them. We don't mix them up; we know our own wives very well," Kehinde Oguntoye said.

Key Facts

  • Four twin siblings got married in the joint ceremony
  • The couple coordinated their outfits and had several other pairs of twins in attendance
  • Taiwo Oguntoye and his wife have some physical differences, but his brother and wife are identical
  • The brothers plan to live apart after marriage
  • The couple met over a decade ago while studying at the University of Ibadan

The joint wedding is a first for the Oguntoye and Adediran families, sparking joy and curiosity. The brothers, known as the Oguntoye Twins, are active in culture and tourism initiatives. They have promoted twin culture and the union is a testament to their love and commitment to each other.