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10 Celebrity Weddings That Surprised Fans In 2022

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Mercy Chinwo; Kemi Adetiba; Rita Dominic

2022 marked the beginning of marital bliss for some Nigerian celebrities who took their fans by surprise as they tied the knot with their lovers.

From comedians, singers, and actors, the entertainment industry witnessed many weddings, bringing joy to the celebrants and their fans.

In no particular order, here are 10 celebrity weddings that surprised fans in 2022:

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MI Abaga

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Veteran rapper, Jude Abaga, also known as MI, married his fiancée, Eniola Mafe, in a church ceremony on Saturday, September 24, 2022.

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The rapper, also known as The Guy, had traditionally tied the knot on Thursday, September 23, 2022.

The events were well attended by fellow celebrities like Banky W and Adesua Etomi-Wellington, Basketmouth, IK Osakioduwa, amongst others.

Mercy Chinwo

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Gospel artiste, Mercy Chinwo, took fans by surprise on June 23, 2022, when she announced her engagement to Blessed Uzochikwa, the resident pastor at WaterBrook Church, Lagos.

On Saturday, August 13, 2022, the couple tied the knot in a church ceremony, a day after their traditional marriage in Port Harcourt, Rivers State capital.

Attendees at the events include fellow gospel artistes and celebrities such as Chidinma, Judith Kanayo, Banky W, etc.

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Rita Dominic and Fidelis Anosike

Veteran Nollywood actress, Rita Dominic, on Saturday, November 26, 2022, tied the knot with renowned publisher, Fidelis Anosike, at a manor in North Yorkshire, England.

This is coming seven months after the actress and her husband did their traditional marriage in her hometown in Imo State on April 19, 2022.

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After the events, Dominic revealed that the United Arab Emirates’ decision to ban Nigerians and other nationalities in October almost ruined her white wedding.

Frederick Leonard and Peggy Ovire
Nollywood actor, Fredrick Leonard, went public about his romance with his colleague, Peggy Ovire, on the latter’s birthday on October 21, 2022.

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Barely a month later, the duo shared their pre-wedding picture, to the amazement of fans.

Peggy and Freddie married on November 19 in the actress’ hometown in Warri, Delta State.

Tim Godfrey

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Nigerian gospel artiste, Tim Godfrey, on February 16 announced his engagement to his beau on his Instagram page, with a sprinkle of mystery as he didn’t unveil her identity.

A month later, the father-of-one unveiled his fiancee as Erica Katrina Jones from Anambra State.

On Saturday, April 23, 2022, the worship leader and his bride held their white wedding at a ceremony held in Culpeper, VA, United States.

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Kemi Adetiba

Movie director and producer, Kemi Adetiba, has announced her engagement to music executive, Oscar Heman-Ackah, on February 9, 2022, to fans’ surprise.

The King of Boys director tied the knot in April in a registry, which came before her colourful star-studded traditional marriage ceremony same month.

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Attendees at the event include Sola Sobowale, Banky W and Adesua Wellington, Ebuka Obi-Uchendu, amongst others.

Nikki Laoye and Soul Snatcha
Popular gospel artiste, Nikki Laoye, tied the knot with fellow singer, Kunle Adeyoola, aka Soul Snatcha, on Friday, March 18.

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Nikki shared pictures of the ceremony on her Instagram page, as she appreciated those who contributed to the ceremony.

She also gave special thanks to her family and her husband’s, who graced the private ceremony.

 

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Grammy Announces Date For 2027 Awards Nominations

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The Recording Academy, the organizers of the Grammy Awards, has announced the dates for the 2027 edition of its awards ceremony and nominations.

The organizers revealed the date on Tuesday during an upfront presentation in New York.

Nominations will be announced November 16, 2026, with eligible albums having been released between August 31, 2025, and August 28, 2026.

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The Grammy awards ceremony will be held on February 7, 2027.

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The ceremony will be aired live from Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on ABC and will stream on Disney+ and Hulu.

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The development is a break from the Grammy’s 54 consecutive years partnership with CBS.

Also announcing the news on its Instagram page, Grammy, wrote: “IT’S TIIIIIME! The road to the 2027 Grammys officially begins now. Mark your calendars for submissions, nominations, voting, and all the key moments leading up to Music’s Biggest Night. Grammy Season.”

 

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BREAKING: Nollywood Actor Alex Ekubo Is Dead

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Famous Nollywood actor, Alex Ekubo, is dead.

A Nollywood source, who does not wish to be named, informed DAILY POST that Alex was rushed to the hospital on Monday.

The source said the actor had been battling kidney cancer

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The actor passed away on Tuesday afternoon after spending hours on life support.

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Alex was rumoured to be suffering from serious health issues in May 2025 after months of social media disappearance.

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A check confirmed that Ekubo’s last social media post was on December 30, 2024.

 

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‘He’s A Complete Musician’ – Don Jazzy Names His Best Artiste

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Nigerian record producer and music executive Michael Collins Ajereh, popularly known as Don Jazzy, has named alternative rock singer Johnny Drille as his best musician.

The Mavin boss said Johnny Drille’s music is unique, stressing that he is a complete musician.

Speaking in a recent episode of the Crea8torium podcast, Don Jazzy claimed that Johnny Drille has no rival in the Nigerian music industry.

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“If you look at the Nigerian music industry right now, there is nobody like Johnny Drille. He is in a world of his own. He is like the best musician – the complete musician that I know. He is versatile. He mix, write, sing. He does everything.

“He is also an amazing performer – the way he sounds in the studio is the same way he sounds in live shows,” he said.

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