The wedding festivities of Nigerian music icon Davido and his fiancée Chioma Rowland are currently underway in Lagos, Nigeria. Clips of their traditional engagement ceremony have gone viral on social media, with fans flocking the streets to catch a glimpse of Davido.
The celebration will continue with a reception and an afterparty later in the evening in Lagos. Ever since Davido shared pre-wedding photos last week, there has been a buzz surrounding their relationship, which has been very public due to Davido’s fame and Rowland’s career as a chef.
The Journey Begins in 2017
Originally planned for 2020, their wedding has been a long time coming, filled with memorable moments. Their relationship spans over seven years, and after a decade of fond memories, Davido and Rowland are recommitting to each other in a grand ceremony in Lagos.
2017 – Speculations Surface
2017 saw Davido dominating the music scene with hit songs like “IF” and “Fall,” which hinted at his personal life experiences. Rumors about his relationship circulated, fueled by hints in the media and fans noticing a mysterious lady in his social media posts.
2018 – Going Public with “Assurance”
In 2018, Davido and Chioma made their first public appearance together at a family gathering in Ede, Osun State. Davido later confirmed their relationship through a song and music video titled “Assurance,” where he professed his love for Chioma. The video notably featured Chioma wearing a special necklace.
2019 – Proposal and First Child
In September 2019, Davido proposed to Chioma in London, presenting her with a diamond ring inscribed with “Assurance.” Shortly after, they welcomed their son, Ifeanyi, making their bond even stronger.
2020 – Postponement of #Assurance2020
In 2020, Davido released his anticipated album, A Good Time, featuring songs inspired by Chioma, including “1 Milli,” which referenced the hashtag #Assurance2020 that was trending at the time.
The Journey of Davido and Chioma: From Plans to Loss to Secrets
In early 2020, a vibrant video for “1 Milli” featuring Chioma was released, setting the stage for a lavish wedding ceremony. However, the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted their plans, leading to the indefinite postponement of the wedding. Davido focused on his music, releasing his album A Better Time in November with their son Ifeanyi on the cover.
2022 – A Heartbreaking Loss
Two years later, tragedy struck as Davido and Chioma faced the loss of their son. Davido took a break from music to mourn their loss, making limited public appearances. Despite this, they celebrated family milestones like Ademola Adeleke’s confirmation as Osun State governor.
2023 – A Hidden Wedding and Twins
Rumors surfaced about Davido and Chioma secretly tying the knot, deviating from their initial grand wedding plans. Davido later confirmed the news during an interview while promoting his album Timeless. Songs in the album were inspired by their relationship, hinting at future events.
In a surprising turn of events, Davido and Chioma welcomed twins in October, keeping them away from the public eye. Despite rumors of infidelity, the couple continues to demonstrate their commitment by embracing the #Chivido2024 celebrations.
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