Priscilla Ojo (2001), the daughter of Nigerian Actress Iyabo Ojo and Ademidun Ojo had a multi-phase wedding celebration with her man Juma Jux (1989), Tanzanian singer Juma Jux, also known as Juma Mkambala. their wedding signifies a beautifully blended Nigerian and Tanzanian cultures with love and grandeur. Here are the key weddings that made up her wedding saga:
1. Islamic Nikkah (Dar es Salaam, Tanzania – 7 February 2025)
In the month of love, Priscilla and Juma began their marital journey with an intimate Islamic Nikkah in Dar es Salaam, adhering to the groom’s Tanzanian-Muslim heritage. The ceremony, officiated by an Islamic cleric, featured Priscilla in a modest in a golden floor length lace gown and matching headwrap, while Juma wore a traditional white kanzu robe paired with a long jacket. Although there wasn’t a report which explicitly states who the participants and quests are, we might as well guess that close family attended, including Priscilla’s mother, Iyabo Ojo. Source: Bellnaijaweddings.com
2. Court Wedding (Dar es Salaam, Tanzania – 13 February 2025)
Just six days later, after the Nikkah, the couple formalized their union under Tanzanian civil law at a registry. Prior to the Court wedding, reports attested that Juma Jux proposed for a second time at a family dinner with a larger ring, reaffirming his love. On the day of the wedding, Priscilla looked stunning in her one shoulder white dress, heavily pearled in corset style, and Juma wore a classic black suit, signaling a shift from traditional attire to modern minimalism. According to Gistmania, family members and several Nigerian celebrities who flew out of the country attended the ceremony, including the bride’s best friend popularly known as ‘Eni’. Their joy was felt by all including fans and well-wishers alike. Several videos and social media posts were made to wish the newly wed a blissful marital journey. Source: gistmania.com
3. Traditional Yoruba Wedding (Lagos, Nigeria April 17, 2025)
According to Punchng, the Lagos wedding kicked off at the Five Palm in Oniru, Lagos with lavish, grandeur and luxury. The Bride and groom looked extremely dashing in their blue traditional outfits with a modest touch of pink. After, they switched to a rich wine and a lighter shade of baby pink. Priscilla attire sparks the imagination of an elegant peacock basking in glory as her smile radiates across the screen to friends and well wishers alike. Juma complemented her in a wine agbada adorned with Tanzanian beadwork. There were also beautiful sights to see like the bride’s best friend, Eniola happily crying, and a reunion of her divorced parents, Iyabo Ojo and Ademidun Ojo. As expected, honourable guests from the movie industry like Toyin Abraham, Shaffy Bello, Folorunsho Adeola, Juliet Ibrahim Doyin Kukoyi, Bukky Wright, Kiekie and others. From the TikTok celebrity angle, we have Purple Speedy and Crisdpal, Samuel Banks, Jarvis and Peller… In short, there were lots of guests and you could tell from their smiley faces that they had a good time. Source: Punchng @9jacelebritytv @atypicalstar tnx.africa
4. White Wedding (Lagos, Nigeria – April 19, 2025)
Two days later, the couple hosted a seaside fairytale wedding at a luxury waterfront resort close to the Atlantic. Another groundbreaking event that dominated social media timelines, both home and overseas. As reported by geenceeblog, the scenery was indeed a “love beyond borders”, with serene decor of white orchids, floating candles, rose arches, and a flower-lined aisle said by geenceeblog to have stretched elegantly into the horizon. Priscilla’s custom mermaid gown designed by Veekee James, was a long-sleeved, lace wedding dress featuring sequins, lace, and embellishments with a high neckline and soft mermaid silhouette. Her hair was styled in an elegant updo with stud earrings. Juma wore a sharp white tuxedo with black detailing, tailored by Mai Atafo. The outfit included a white jacket with black lapels and buttons, worn over a black vest and white shirt, with a black bow tie and polished black shoes. The wedding was attended by A-list celebrities from Nigeria and Tanzania, including Toyin Abraham, Funke Akindele, Osas Ighodaro and others. Notable events occurred such as the Exchange of Handwritten Vows by Priscilla and Juma with Priscilla’s voice breaking as she described how Juma’s gentle heart helped her believe in love again. The couple also received tons of luxury gifts, including a luxury SUV from Paulo Okoye and an all-expense-paid honeymoon to Zanzibar and Dubai from Iyabo Ojo. The ceremony was grande as the couples, we all wish them a happy life ahead. Source: geenceeblog
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