Goge Africa Founders Share Their Love Story
Veteran broadcasters and founders of the iconic pan-African tourism and culture TV show Goge Africa, Nneka and Metche Isaac-Moses, have opened up about their love life, including their first date and wedding day, in a recent episode of the HonestBunch podcast.
First Date at an Amala Joint
In a heartwarming clip that has captured the attention of many Nigerians, Nneka recalled Metche taking her to an amala joint on their first date. Expecting a romantic evening at a fancy restaurant, she expressed how shocked she was when he took her to a simple amala buka (local food joint) in Shitta, Surulere, Lagos. In his defence, Metche argued that it was one of the top spots back then. “Pick your plate and join the queue,” he told her in an experience that marked the beginning of their marriage.
Nneka revealed that when she met Metche, he was still struggling to find his feet and was only able to afford a turkey for her during their first date. The couple laughed as they relived the memory, highlighting how their relationship began with humility and authenticity, rather than extravagance.
Wedding Day in a Rickety Car
In another clip from the episode, Nneka recounted their wedding day, when her husband insisted they drive to church in his rickety car despite having the opportunity to use expensive cars provided by family members. Isaac and Nneka Isaac-Moses, who have been married since 1996, are the iconic founders of the Pan-African culture and tourism television show Goge Africa, which was popular in the early 2000s.
Reactions from Netizens
The video sparked reactions from netizens who gushed about the couple. User wems_ofwroomies commented: “GOGE AFRICA.. good to see Nneka looking strong and beautiful The first Couple that showed Africa to us, we got to know about other African countries from their show, am heading straight to YouTube.” User _adesewa13 said: “My people!!! See me blushing.” User a3adex wrote: “Wish I could get my parents to talk about how they met and post it, but they don't really like cameras and publicity so I guess I'll have to ask them for permission to talk about their love story. My parents are the reason why I still believe in love because they didn't just teach me, they led by example.” User vivianchris31 commented: “Our loversssssss Goge Africa Moses and Nneka my name sake . Legendary All travelling content creators should give these lovely couples their flower.” User phlames_pen said: “When love was not monetized.”
The couple's story serves as an inspiration, reminding many that true love is built on authenticity and shared experiences, not material wealth.
