PHOTOS: Iyabo Ojo’s Daughter, Prisciilla Ties Knot With Tanzanian Partner In Lagos

Priscilla Ojo, daughter of Nollywood actress and filmmaker Iyabo Ojo, has formally tied the knot together with her Tanzanian heartthrob, Juma Jux, in a grand conventional marriage ceremony ceremony.

The much-anticipated union, held on Thursday, was attended by a number of prime names within the Nigerian leisure trade, drawing each admiration and on-line buzz.

The Lagos ceremony follows their intimate customary marriage ceremony held in Tanzania earlier in February.

The occasion was graced by quite a few Nollywood stars, together with Mercy Aigbe, Future Etiko and Toyin Abraham, who had been noticed aiding with the occasion and dancing joyfully with the friends.

One notable look was that of 83-year-old legendary Juju musician Chief Commander Ebenezer Obey, whose presence thrilled attendees.

For his or her Nigerian conventional celebration, the couple dazzled in vibrant ensembles of purple, orange and pink. Priscilla wore a long-sleeved, asooke shirt paired with a dramatic, layered skirt adorned with sequins and stones. She accomplished the regal look with a purple gele and matching ipele.

The Tanzanian singer complemented his bride in a hanging agbada created from matching purple asooke, that includes orange and gold elaborations. His royal blue cap with orange accents and a purple workers, topped with a carved map of Africa, added symbolic depth to the ensemble.

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The bridal occasion added further color to the event, with the groomsmen sporting pink agbadas and the bridesmaids wearing fashionable pink conventional apparel with gele headwraps.

A number of clips circulating on-line captured the couple performing their conventional marriage rites. The embellished corridor had a dreamy and heavenly atmosphere.

Earlier than Thursday’s marriage ceremony, movies additionally confirmed Jux’s household in numbers flying all the way down to Nigeria for the event.

Love Story

In a pre-wedding interview with BellaNaija Weddings, Jux expressed his pleasure at lastly marrying 24-year-old Priscilla.

“It’s thrilling — a dream come true. From the primary day I met Priscilla, I knew she was an incredible soul,” the singer stated.

Additional talking on their love story, the 35-year-old revealed, “I knew immediately she was the one. I couldn’t wait to place a hoop on her hand.”

In her interview, Iyabo shared her ideas about her daughter’s alternative: “I knew Juma was the one, seeing how worldwide he’s about household. I all the time hoped Priscilla would get married in her early 20s.”

The actress’s estranged husband, Ademidun Ojo, additionally made headlines after flying into Lagos for the marriage celebration. In a trending video, the bride’s father was seen warmly greeting friends on the venue the place he was lodged. One other heartwarming clip confirmed him embracing his new son-in-law, symbolising the union of two households.

Regardless of their separation, Iyabo and Ademidun got here collectively in matching conventional outfits to assist their daughter. A viral video captured the previous couple dancing facet by facet, exuding grace and unity.

The festivities started with a personal introduction ceremony held in Tanzania, attended solely by shut family and friends. Simply earlier than Valentine’s Day, Juma Jux proposed as soon as extra — this time with an even bigger ring — in a romantic second shared on-line.

The couple held a civil marriage ceremony a day later, attended by movie star mates together with Toyin Abraham, Chioma Good Hair, and Enioluwa.

Jux started his music journey as a rapper at 16 earlier than signing with A.M. Data in 2008. Recognized for hits like “Sugua” (with Diamond Platnumz), “Juu” (with Vanessa Mdee) and “Regina” (with Otile Brown), Jux has collaborated with a number of African artistes, together with Gyakie, Bien, Zuchu, Joh Makini, and Marioo.

Earlier than courting influencer Priscilla, Jux was in high-profile relationships with Vanessa Mdee and Karen Bujulu. He formally confirmed his relationship with Priscilla in mid-2024 after sharing romantic photographs on Instagram that sparked widespread hypothesis.

With their union now sealed in each Tanzanian and Nigerian custom, followers throughout each nations proceed to rejoice what many are calling a contemporary African fairytale.

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Iyabo Ojo outfit for the marriage