The year 2025 will be remembered as a landmark period for love and lavish ceremonies in Nigeria's entertainment industry. Wedding bells chimed loudly as a host of A-list stars transitioned from singlehood to marital bliss, captivating fans with celebrations that ranged from intimate gatherings to spectacular, globe-trotting events that showcased immense wealth and cultural pride.
A Year of Opulence and Global Celebrations
This year witnessed an unprecedented display of grandeur, with some weddings becoming international spectacles. The celebrations captured hearts far beyond Nigeria's borders, leaving many singles inspired and hopeful for their own fairy-tale moments. While some celebrities opted for glamorous, star-studded public events, others chose the quiet solemnity of private ceremonies surrounded only by family and close friends.
The defining features of these weddings were often the glamorous hashtags and the breathtaking, sometimes far-flung, locations. From the shores of Miami to the historic churches of Iceland, Nigerian love stories were celebrated on a world stage. Regardless of the scale, each event shared the beautiful, universal moment of couples exchanging timeless vows, promising to stand together for better or worse, in sickness and in health.
Spotlight on the Most Talked-About Weddings
Here is a closer look at the Nigerian celebrity weddings that dominated the news cycle and social media feeds throughout 2025.
Chivido 2024 Evolves into Chivido Miami
Afrobeats superstar Davido and his longtime partner, chef Chioma Rowland, sealed their love story with a luxurious white wedding in Miami, USA, on August 9, 2025. Dubbed "Chivido Miami," the event was a masterclass in opulence, featuring extravagant decor and a guest list filled with top-tier celebrities. The wedding generated massive online buzz for days and was reported to have cost over $3.7 million, earning a feature in the international fashion bible, Vogue.
Their journey to the altar began with an engagement in 2019, endured the profound tragedy of losing their first son, Ifeanyi, in 2022, and saw them legally marry in March 2023. After welcoming twins in October 2023 and holding a traditional wedding in Lagos in 2024, their Miami ceremony was the grand finale to a widely followed love story.
Mr Eazi and Temi Otedola's Three-Continent Extravaganza
The union of Afropop singer Mr Eazi and actress Temi Otedola, daughter of billionaire Femi Otedola, redefined "old money" luxury. Their wedding was a three-part saga spread across three different continents. It commenced with a civil ceremony in Monaco in May, held poignantly on the birthday of Mr Eazi's late mother.
This was followed by a vibrant traditional Yoruba wedding in Dubai in July, and culminated in a chic church ceremony at the iconic Hallgrímskirkja Church in Iceland in August. The events were a parade of high fashion and exclusive destinations, attended by dignitaries like Aliko Dangote, John Legend, King Sunny Ade, and Broda Shaggi. Their unique celebration also secured a spot in Vogue Weddings magazine.
2Baba Ties the Knot with Lawmaker Natasha Osawaru
Music legend Innocent "2Baba" Idibia entered a new chapter in his life by marrying Edo state lawmaker Natasha Osawaru. The couple had a traditional wedding ceremony in Abuja on July 25, 2025. Although a relatively private affair for close family, photos shared online showed the pair looking regal in rich traditional attire. Their relationship became public after 2Baba confirmed his separation from actress Annie Macaulay Idibia in January 2025. The couple welcomed their first child together, a baby boy, in late November 2025.
Other Memorable Unions of the Year
Priscilla Ojo and Juma Jux (JP2025): This was a celebrated pan-African union between Nigeria and Tanzania. Priscilla Ojo, daughter of Nollywood's Iyabo Ojo, and Tanzanian singer Juma Jux had a Nikkah in Tanzania, a traditional Yoruba wedding in Lagos, and a white wedding also in Lagos in April 2025, with a final reception in Tanzania in May. They welcomed their first child, Rakeem, in Canada in August.
Shawn Faqua's Historic Train Wedding: Nollywood actor Shawn Faqua and Dr. Sharon Ifunanya Maduekwe made history by exchanging vows aboard a moving train on the Lagos-Ibadan Standard Gauge Railway in October 2025. Celebrated by the Nigerian Railway Corporation as a "lovebird to locomotive" moment, it is widely considered Nigeria's first-ever train wedding.
Eve Esin's #LoveFoundMe25 Celebration: Actress and producer Eve Esin married Suleman Mohammed in a vibrant traditional ceremony in Akwa Ibom state on October 18, 2025. Themed #LoveFoundMe25, she proudly showcased her Efik heritage with coral beads and traditional regalia.
Deacon Famous' Cross-Border Love: Content creator Deacon Famous married his Ghanaian lover, Mawusi Faith, in a colorful traditional ceremony in Accra, Ghana, on February 7, 2025. The event was graced by Nigerian stars like Moses Bliss and Brain Jotter.
Ruby Orjiakor and Moc Madu's Cultural Feast: The Nollywood couple held their traditional wedding in Imo state on May 31, 2025, under the theme #ASAONWA2025, in a ceremony rich with Igbo cultural displays.
A Year of Love, Glamour, and New Beginnings
From the ultra-glamorous to the culturally profound and historically unique, the celebrity weddings of 2025 offered a dazzling array of love stories. They not only provided entertainment and fashion inspiration but also highlighted the beautiful diversity of Nigerian and African traditions. These unions, celebrated across the globe, firmly placed Nigeria's soft power and celebratory spirit on the world map, making 2025 a truly unforgettable year for love in the spotlight.
