Sola Sobowale's Son-in-Law Lost His Mother on Christmas Day, Married Since 2024: Details Emerge
Sola Sobowale's Son-in-Law Lost Mother on Christmas, Married Since 2024

Celebrity Wedding Details Unveiled

New information has emerged regarding the traditional wedding of Nollywood veteran actress Sola Sobowale's daughter, Mide, to Francis Adekunle Osinloye, clarifying the groom's reserved demeanor during the ceremony. The event, held in Ibadan, Oyo state, on Saturday, May 2, 2026, attracted prominent figures including Governor Seyi Makinde, actors Kunle Afolayan and Femi Adebayo, and comedian Seyi Law.

Social media users had speculated about Osinloye's lack of enthusiasm, with many questioning his somber expression. However, a user @Mz_Tosyn claimed the groom had recently lost his mother, prompting further investigation.

Details of the Groom's Loss

Contrary to initial reports, Francis Osinloye lost his mother on Christmas Day, December 25, 2024, not recently as speculated. The prince, who resides in the United Kingdom, married Mide in a civil ceremony overseas in 2024, with the traditional wedding held in Nigeria this year.

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Osinloye holds a master's degree with distinction from Loughborough University, showcasing his academic achievements.

Public Reactions and Related Stories

The wedding generated mixed reactions online. User sapphire_nifemi commented on a video where the bride danced while the groom appeared disengaged, saying, 'You see the clips where the lady was dancing and dancing and she just crossed his leg like he came to collect the money they are owing him??? That’s where we draw the line mehn.'

Arike_20 added, 'People aren't just monitoring spirits, the videos really do look off. Grief is real, but a wedding celebrates a new beginning. If you aren't emotionally ready to smile with your partner, the date should have been pushed back. The entire vibe is just incredibly sad.'

In other news, Sola Sobowale featured in a Bollywood film from the producer of Namaste Wahala, which premiered nationwide on May 3, 2024. The announcement was made by actor RMD, who shared set photos showing Sobowale among the cast.

This article was written by Olumide Alake, an Entertainment Editor with seven years of experience in news media, who has won awards for best exclusive article at Legit.ng and Best Entertainment Editor 2023/2024.

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