WEDDINGS

Beverly Afaglo and Praye honeho’s traditional marriage

 

After several reports and rumours on their long term romance,actress Beverly Afaglo and singer Eugene Baah popularly known as Praye Ho Ne Ho(from the hiplife group,Praye) have made their love affair official with a colorful traditional marriage.

Hadiza Rasheed & Atiku Jada Weds, a typical northern Nigeria wedding, enjoy the pix.

 

Our culture is so amazing and the best illustration of this is weddings!
Molecular Cell Biologist Hadiza Rasheed and Human Resource Consultant Atiku Jada celebrated their love, families and culture as they wed.
The couple met at a friend’s wedding and then got in touch with each other 3 months later. From then on, everything flowed seamlessly!

Hadiza and Atiku’s wedding was a spectacular multi-city event – From their family homes in Katsina and Yola and then the finale at the ThisDay Dome in Abuja. The beautiful bride looked stunning all through each and every ceremony.

~ Photography by Dimeji for Modii Studios (Replica Digital Studios)

Kunshi / Kamu / Cultural Night – Katsina

Niqaa / Yinin Biki – Katsina

Kai Amarya – Katsina -> Yola / Dinner – Yola

Dinner Reception – Abuja

Source: Bella Naija.

 Nigerian Musician/Actress Muma Gee celebrates her traditional wedding to Actor Prince Oluebube Eke

 

It is most definitely wedding season in Nigeria and our Nigerian celebrities are ensuring that they take full advantage of this season of love!

Actor Chinedu Ikedieze recently tied the knot while musician Nikki Laoye also said “I Do” a few weeks ago. Now, eclectic Nigerian artiste Muma Gee has sealed the deal with her love – Prince Eke.

Read the official post-wedding press release below and look out for the white wedding photos soon.

The ancient town of Odiabidi in Upata Kingdom, Ekpeye land of Ahoada East Local Government Area, Rivers State wore a festive look on Tuesday, December 20, 2011, as their daughter, Chief Gift Iyumame Uwame (Muma Gee) and her husband, Prince Oluebube Eke (Eklips) concluded the last lap of their Traditional Wedding ceremony.

Celebrations have been on in the town for a whole week prior to the final date. Various groups in the land had come out in their numbers to support their sister and daughter and on the night of the 19th, a host of local performing artistes converged at her family home for a series of musical and comic performances which lasted far into the night.

Muma who had stayed awake all night couldn’t resist picking up the microphone at a point to reel out some of her most loved numbers to the delight of the crowd. She didn’t retire to sleep until the wee hours of the morning of Tuesday, December 20, 2011.

When the day broke, the final arrangements were concluded but not early enough for the ceremony to kickoff at the advertised 10am. Canopies and seats were arranged on the playground of the State School in Odiabidi but it wasn’t until at about 12noon that the event got underway.
Muma looked radiant in a blue lace wrapper, an orange blouse with matching headgear and traditional bangles and beads. Her husband who had to hide away from public glare initially until the customary bridal search was concluded looked every inch a traditional prince in and ankle-length blue cassock with black pants, shoes and black Top hat.

A number of traditional dances and a spectacular acrobatic performance started off the ceremony on a high note. Then Muma flanked by a couple of her friends embarked on the customary search for her groom. She first got a glass of wine from her mother together with her blessings and after going round the ground finally found her husband half-hidden among his kinsmen and friends. There was general rejoicing at this point as she triumphantly led him out to her people.

The cutting of the cake followed. It was baked in the shape of a traditional cooking pot and the caterer explained it to represent the cooking prowess of the bride. That being done the dances followed then gifts were presented to the couple. They were so many that a truck was needed to transport it to the husband’s town, Umuota Umuhu, Ngor-Okpala LGA, Imo State.

When the ceremony was concluded in Odiabidi, buses and cars were immediately provided and the party moved over to Prince Eke’s hometown in Imo State. It took the best part of two hours to get to his home and it had become dark when the party got there.

But there wasn’t going to be much ceremony again as a party had been going on in that town long before the arrival of the couple and their troop. What happened was just that the family of the groom officially received the bride into their home.

This was a very important part of the ceremony and its briefness didn’t reduce its significance. The couple then retired for the night as their friends continued partying into the wee hours of the morning.

The White Wedding takes place on Friday, December 23, 2011 at the Recovery House in Port Harcourt.

PHOTOS:GENEVIEVE,MERCY JOHNSON,RITA DOMINIC,UCHE JOMBO,OTHERS DAZZLES AT AKI'S WEDDING RECEPTION PARTY

Pint sized actor, Chinedu Ikedieze, popularly known as Aki,on Friday,December 9th,2011 pulled a stunt at his fans when he tied the nuptials with his heartthrob, Nneoma.

The wedding, which took place at the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Abundant Grace Parish, Ogba, had the trappings of movie star’s event, it witnessed a low turn-out, as the couple wanted it. However, parents of the bride and groom were present.

While admonishing the couple to live in peace and love, the officiating minister, Pastor, Akin Komolafe, a London-based preacher, said that the couple should learn how to satisfy each other.

“The word submission in the Bible means that the wife should adapt herself to the man and the only way to win your husband is to be submissive with your attitude. The man should also learn to love his wife unconditionally,” the pastor said, quoting the Bible to buttress his point.

When it was time to kiss the bride, Nneoma humbly sat while Ikedieze unveiled her and kissed her to the delight of the gathering.

The solemnization of holy matrimony was followed by reception party at luxe Clear Essence California Spa and Wellness Resort, in Ikoyi, Lagos.

Uche Jombo, Rita Dominic, Mercy Johnson, Genevieve Nnaji, Monalisa Chinda, Susan Peters and a host of Nollywood stars were in attendance.

Other guests at the event were Capital Oil CEO – Ifeanyi Uba, Ali Baba, Kingsley and Emeka Okonkwo and best man – Osita Iheme.
Check out mindblowing pictures from the event.

 

 To Love Forever: Omotade Sadare & Funmilade Alalade Wed

A quick visit to see friends at their university turned out to be a destined trip as Funmilade Alalade met his love Omotade Sadare during that whirlwind weekend away.

After four years of friendship and love, Omotade and Funmilade celebrated their traditional engagement on Sunday 9th of October 2011 at the University of Lagos Multipurpose Hall. The culturally rich ceremony was a grand event with the hall swathed in festive green, red and gold tones. Amidst the dancing, music and all the joyous moments, Omotade and Funmilade’s engagement was confirmed with all the traditional rites completed.

At the Cathedral Church of Christ in Marina, Lagos on Saturday 15th October 2011, Omotade and Funmilade’s life of marital bliss began as they were joined as husband and wife. The beautiful bride, Omotade captivated everyone’s attention as she looked gorgeous in her strapless wedding dress with laser cut layers accentuated by standout crystal applique detailing. With her hair styled into a contemporary chignon accessorized with a dazzling hairpiece, snowflake diamond earrings and an embellished cathedral length veil, Omotade’s bridal look was nothing short of dreamy! Funmilade completed the perfect pair in his classic black tuxedo with an white bow-tie and matching boutonnière.

After the church blessing, the wedding celebration moved to the reception. With a white palette, lilac tones and silver accents, Omotade and Funmilade’s reception had an elegant winter-inspired ambiance. Excitement and joy filled the hall as the couple thoroughly enjoyed their special day surrounded by their family and friends.

WE wishes Omotade and Funmilade a blessed union with each day bringing forth renewed joy and divine favour.
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White Wedding

Traditional Engagement

*Photography by Photonimi | Biodun | FirstClass*
Credits
Wedding Planning: The Bride!
Wedding Dress: Vera by Vera Wang ~ Customized by MJ Trimmings
Bride’s Reception Dress: Esosa Stores Premium Collection
Makeup: Saidat Daudu
Hair: BM|Pro
Bridesmaids Dresses: Doyin George Fashion Label
White Wedding Decor & Flowers: Rostal Flowers and Accessories
White Wedding Venue: KFA Events Centre
Traditional Engagement Venue: University of Lagos Multipurpose Hall
Cakes: Licious Desserts & Cakes
Chocolate Fountain: Maison Du Chocolat
Photography:

source: bella Naija

 

Love to Love You: Bolarin Biobaku & Olushile Okunowo Wed

 

A mutual friend who had known both Bolarin Biobaku and Olushile Okunowo for several years thought they “might get along” so she introduced them…she was so right! From that simple connection, their relationship progressed as they developed a loving bond. After a fabulously romantic proposal, Bolarin and Shile were blessed as they solemnized their love during their wedding at the Cathedral Church of Christ in Marina, Lagos on Saturday 11th June 2011.

You could feel the love in the air as Bolarin walked down the aisle accompanied by her father. In her exquisitely beaded ivory wedding dress with a cathedral length train and intricately embellished veil, Bolarin looked breathtaking! Shile was dapper in his blue 3-piece suit while their bridesmaids and groomsmen complemented the couple in royal blue dresses and grey suits respectively.

As they said their vows, Bolarin & Shile pledged their love, support and commitment to each other as their family and friends supported them with songs of joy and prayer. Their inspiring church ceremony was followed by a glamorous reception in a beautiful marquee at the Tafawa Balewa Square in Lagos.

Bolarin and Shile rocked the day with their close friends and family as everyone present enjoyed lots of treats and drinks plus the amazing performances from stars including Dr. SID and D’Prince. There were so many special moments at Bolarin and Shile’s reception including Shile’s cake surprise orchestrated by Bolarin and the moment when the mutual friend who introduced the newlyweds gave the toast at the reception.  The highlight was definitely the bond between the couple as they danced and smiled brightly all night.

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White Wedding

Traditional Engagement

CELEBRITY WEDDING OF THE YEAR BY (BN) PICTURES OF MERCY JONHSON & PRINCE ODI OKOJIE

Geri Udeh & Wole Ogundipe fabulous Wedding pictures { white and traditional wedding}