Nelly Chepkoech, the bride who gained notoriety as the "runaway bride" in Bomet, has broken her silence, refuting claims that she canceled her wedding scheduled for Saturday, December 9.

Despite the confusion and speculations surrounding the abrupt halt to her wedding plans, Nelly denied canceling the ceremony. The couple, Nelly and Amos, intended to exchange vows at Kapsoyo AGC Church.

According to Pastor Clement Chalulot of Kapsoyo AGC Church, who was set to officiate the ceremony, the unexpected turn of events occurred when Nelly expressed hesitation to proceed with the wedding, citing a need for more time to decide on formalizing their marriage.

However, addressing the press, Nelly contested the cancellation narrative and stated that the presiding reverend had informed them about delays in obtaining crucial documents. She asserted her eagerness for the wedding and accused the reverend of suggesting a postponement.

“I am 23 years old. It was supposed to be my wedding today, but yesterday we were told the wedding could not go on as there were delays in some letters. We were waiting for the day like never before. I am at home with my parents and other people,” said Nelly.

She clarified that the wedding was not canceled but postponed, giving her time to address certain matters with the groom, Amos. Nelly urged the public not to pass judgment without understanding the full story.

“I have not run away. Everyone was in tears, but some people are hurt. We were told the wedding had been postponed. We had planned the wedding since March this year. The reverend said we wait for the day. I am ready for the day that will be set,” she stated.

Pastor Chalulot, who also chaired the planning committee for the wedding, expressed disappointment over the last-minute cancellation. He revealed suspicions arose when Nelly failed to provide her ID copy to process the marriage certificate, and efforts to mediate the situation proved futile, leading to the decision to call off the event and notify the guests.