Whats there for mom to have a last say about it lol and where does your dad fit into all of this? ..You aint bringing an ajnabi or xabashi to your family are you? Assuming the guy is Somali and You, more so than anyone else have made the decision and think he is the one for you, then to even say your mom will have the last say sounds a bit dubious lol as though this guy isn't that certified at all . As you said, him meeting with your male relatives to ask for your hand in marriage is all just formality and tradition. The decision has already been made by the two concerned individuals, i.e you and your bf!Theguardian wrote: re-read what I said ----i.e ask my hand in my marriage.I could just invite my guy and his people and they can tell her?
My mum will have the last say, she always does. My brothers and uncles do what she says. So they are not that important. but they will be there for officality.
Your mom can meet him later on, or you can introduce them in an entirely different setting.