This weekend’s episode of 90 Day Fiancé: Before the 90 Days features a cultural moment that could change everything for Lisa and Daniel. The American woman and her Nigerian fiancé are set to meet his uncle for a crucial conversation. The uncle’s blessing is a vital step in their plan to marry. A new preview shows the uncle will ask Lisa some very direct questions about her faith and her life. Lisa has some significant secrets from Daniel and his family, making this meeting one of the most tense moments of Season 8.
The Major Meeting in Nigeria for Lisa and Daniel
Lisa, who is 52 years old, arrived in Nigeria during Episode 5 of the season. At the airport, Daniel, who is 39, surprised her with a public proposal, which she accepted. However, their journey hit its next required step in Episode 7. Daniel informed Lisa, “Tomorrow, we have to pay him a visit,” referring to his uncle. He explained that in his Igbo culture, receiving a family blessing to marry happens after the proposal. With his own father unwell, his uncle acts as the key family authority. The uncle was even present at the airport during the proposal.
This meeting is not a simple formality. Daniel prepared Lisa by telling her to expect questions from his uncle. The tradition also involves Lisa wearing specific traditional Igbo attire, including a colorful head wrap. Daniel emphasized to viewers, “Igbo people, we have tradition, and if Lisa wants to marry me, she has to learn all this”. This sets the stage for a clash of cultures and expectations.
The Uncle’s Direct Questions About Faith and Identity
A sneak peek for Episode 8 reveals the uncle will not shy away from difficult topics. He immediately points out a cultural divide, telling Lisa, “You are not an Igbo woman. I want to know you more”. He then asks two pointed questions: “Are you a practicing Christian?” and “Do you practice lesbianism?”.
These questions cut to the heart of secrets Lisa has kept from Daniel. While viewers know Lisa has “spent the last 21 years living as a lesbian,” she has only told Daniel she had a single experience with a woman. More critically, she accepted Daniel’s proposal while still being legally married to her ex-wife. Daniel is also unaware of this legal marriage and has expressed disapproval of her vaping habit. The uncle’s probing suggests these issues may become central to whether the couple receives the necessary family approval.
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Why the Uncle’s Blessing Is So Important
For Daniel, his uncle’s approval is non-negotiable. He explained the cultural process to viewers: “In my culture, you get blessing from your parents, but my dad is not well, so my uncle has to call my father and report back”. This means the uncle is not just giving his own opinion but is the messenger and representative for Daniel’s immediate family. His assessment will carry significant weight in deciding if the marriage moves forward.
Without this blessing, Lisa and Daniel’s engagement faces a major obstacle rooted in family tradition. The preview for the episode leaves fans wondering if the couple’s secrets will come out during this intense meeting and what the final decision will be.
90 Day Fiancé: Before the 90 Days airs Sundays at 8/7c on TLC.
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