Exchange Marriage was the earliest traditional form of marriage among the Tiv people. It involved the exchange of sisters or female relatives between two families instead of paying a bride price. A father allocated his daughters (ingyor) to his sons, who exchanged them for wives from other families. Where there were not enough daughters, younger brothers waited until female relatives became available or later repaid the exchange by giving one of their own daughters. The system strengthened family ties, preserved family lineage, and promoted unity between clans. Children born from exchange marriages were regarded as important links between both families and often acted as peacemakers during disputes. The marriage process began when a man expressed interest in a woman and both families agreed to the exchange through a trusted marriage broker known as the Or Sughur Ishe. During the ceremony, symbolic gifts were exchanged, both women publicly accepted the marriage, and the event concluded with feasting and celebration. After the marriage, the husband established sacred fertility shrines known as Akombo, particularly Ihambe and Twer, beside his wife's hut. Ihambe consisted of two wooden posts surrounded by sacred plants and was dedicated through the sacrifice of male and female animals to invoke fertility, marital harmony, and protection. Twer was a stone-circle shrine containing a carved wooden figure, sacred plants, and a ritual drum. It was especially performed when a couple experienced infertility, with sacrifices and prayers offered for children, prosperity, and the continuation of the family lineage. Although Yamshe is no longer widely practiced, it remains an important part of Tiv cultural history and reflects the traditional values of family unity, reciprocity, and community cooperation.