Heartwarming videos from the traditional wedding of former Lagos State Governor Akinwunmi Ambode's daughter, Omotara, have surfaced online, capturing the family's joy. The ceremony took place on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, and clips quickly spread across social media platforms.
Proud Parents Steal the Spotlight
One video shows Ambode dressed in a white Abada, standing proudly beside his wife in pink attire, while the bride Omotara wore a stunning green outfit. The clip captures emotional hugs and joyful moments between family members. Another video features an 'Alaga Iduro' (a master of ceremonies representing the groom's family) singing praises of Ambode and praying for the couple's future.
In a similar heartwarming event, Nigerian football legend Austin 'Jay-Jay' Okocha recently gave his daughter Daniella away in marriage. A clip showed Okocha laying hands on the couple, offering prayers and blessings as they began their journey together.
Congratulatory Messages Pour In
Many Nigerians took to social media to congratulate the former governor and his family. Comments highlighted the visible parental pride in the videos. Some reactions include:
- Omo_Borogun: 'Congratulations to the family. A mother’s joy is seeing her son or daughter get married.'
- cybersploit9: 'Congratulations to the couple as they begin a new chapter together. Wishing them a marriage filled with love, wisdom, good health, and lasting happiness.'
- DarkAmbitiion: 'The last good governor Lagos will ever have.'
- RasheedatGee: 'I wasn't allowed to enter the wedding hall so I am keeping my congratulations.'
- dr_logicfam: 'He’s now focused as a father ever since Lagos elders sold their land.'
- Ellisewoman: 'The only Lagos state governor that gave Tinubu tough time.'
- rotundainsights: 'Congratulations to the couple and both families. Wishing them a lifetime of love and happiness. A beautiful celebration. Best wishes to the newlyweds.'
Ambode's Recent Political Endorsement
In related news, Ambode recently described the endorsements of Lagos State Deputy Governor Obafemi Hamzat as the All Progressives Congress (APC) consensus candidate for the 2027 governorship race as a 'big moment for Lagos and the APC.' Several APC leaders, including President Bola Tinubu, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, and others, endorsed Hamzat. Ambode congratulated Hamzat via his X (formerly Twitter) account.
