One of the determinants of compatibility for marriage between two opposite sex is genetic compatibility.

Medically, there are genes type(genotype) that are not compatible to avoid producing sickle cell offsprings.

But it is saddening that despite the advancement in medical profession and the level of advocacy to sensitise intending couples on this, many young people still enter sexual relationship without first investigating their genotype if they’re compatible, until they fix wedding date.

Below is the devastating news of an intending couple who discovered they are both AS, just some days to their wedding.

“Dear friends and family, it’s with an incredibly heavy heart that I regretfully announce the cancellation of my upcoming wedding. Due to unforeseen genetic compatibility issues, my partner and I have made the difficult decision to go our separate ways. As you can imagine, this news comes as a devastating shock, and my heart is shattered into a million pieces. We were both eager to start our life together, but unfortunately, our genotypes (AS + AS=!!) posed insurmountable health risks. I’m struggling to come to terms with this unexpected turn of events. Your love, support, and understanding mean everything to me during this dark hour. Please pray for me as I navigate this challenging time. Thank you for your kindness, empathy, and understanding”.

(From Ibraheem muhd)