Sade Okoya
Sade Okoya is perhaps the poster girl for young ladies who are married to rich men. When she got married to her husband, wealthy businessman and the Aare of Lagos, Chief Rasaq Okoya, not many gave their union a chance of survival. As a matter of fact, she has labelled a gold digger in some quarters.
However, over 19 years down the line, Sade has proved time and again that in love, age is truly nothing but a function of number. Their relationship has become the envy of many as the love between the duo continues to awe observers.
Imbued with both beauty and brain, Sade plays a prominent role in her husband’s vast business empire and her impact has been felt in a lot of positive ways. She is said to have brought a turnaround to the areas of Okoya’s enterprise that she oversees
Stylish and elegant, Sade sets the pace while others follow. Always sparkling with an adornment of choice jewellery and eye-catching outfits, she has never been found wanting by the fashion police.
The UNILAG graduate clocked 41 recently and just like fine wine, she seems to be getting better with age.
Faith Ikuku
Upon sighting Faith Ikuku, one needn’t tell you that she’s swimming in wealth before you get the picture.
Blessed with a fair skin and sparkling smile, it is quite simple to decipher how she caught the attention and heart of billionaire, Mike Ikuku.
Meanwhile, her style is also second to none as she seems to know how to combine outfits and colours to make her the cynosure of all eyes. It is undeniable that her presence in her husband’s life has brought a lot of positive developments as he never fails to extol her whenever he gets the opportunity.
She celebrated her thirtieth birthday recently and in attendance were the who-is-who in the Nigerian entertainment industry. These included Patience Ozokwor, Mr Ibu, Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde, Kizz Daniel, Osita Iheme, Chinedu Ikedieze, Kenny Blaq, IK Ogbonna, Helen Paul, Harrysong, among others.
Precious Fani-Kayode
Just like her name implies, this woman is obviously precious to her husband as he never fails to sing her praises.
A former model and beauty pageant winner, Precious is also an actress. The couple has an amazing chemistry between them that is hard to miss. Whenever they step out together, it is always clear to see that they only have eyes for each other.
Precious has also shown that she is ready to stand by her man at all times as she never fails to speak out when she senses that he is being persecuted politically.
Even though there have been rumours of domestic violence trailing the couple, they have always maintained that the tales are the handiwork of detractors who are not happy with the love they share.
To further put a lie to the stories that all is not well with their marriage, the couple welcomed a set of triplets, all boys, in May this year.
Sa’adatu Sanusi
The Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, is undoubtedly one of the most prominent traditional rulers in the country.
Highly accomplished and intellectual, Sanusi had a rich professional pedigree before ascending the throne.
Some years ago, the monarch was betrothed to Sa’adatu, the young and beautiful daughter of the Lamido of Adamawa, Barkindo Aliyu Musdafa. The marriage will take full effect in 2019 after Sa’adatu completes her studies in Computer Science.
Sa’adatu is said to be quite intelligent and is doing well in her studies in the UK. Beautiful, young and level-headed, Sa’adatu is far wiser than one would expect of a person of her age. She is said to be fully aware and prepared for the responsibilities that will be on her as a queen.
While there were some criticisms when the marriage between the duo was announced, those in the know have insisted that the union is not alien to their culture. And beyond the couple, the marriage is believed to represent the cementing of ties between the two emirates.
The Kano emir is said to be very particular about her education and has said she should face her studies squarely without distractions of any kind. According to those who know, her education is his major priority for now.
Taiwo Ade.Ojo
Chief Michael Ade. Ojo is a businessman par excellence. With so many successes under his belt, it is clear that he surely knows how to make money.
The business magnate and owner of Elizade Nigeria Limited was married to his first wife, Elizabeth, for many years before her demise. Some years ago, the entrepreneur got married to his former secretary, Taiwo, and the couple have continued to wax stronger in love. They welcomed a set of twins (a boy and girl) five years ago.
Chief Ade. Ojo is fond of his wife and he has said that much at different times. She is also said to get along with his grown-up children.
Adams Oshiomhole
Former Edo State governor, Adams Oshiomhole, stunned many when he got married to his second wife, Iara Fortes, in 2015. This was years after the death of his first wife, Clara.
Born in Cape Verde, Iara is both beautiful and brainy. A lawyer by training, she is also an ex-model and once worked with Emirates Airlines. As a matter of fact, the couple is believed to have met in the first class cabin of an Emirates flight and Oshiomhole was said to have fallen in love with her at first sight.
Even though some fuss was made about the difference in their ages, the couple has shown that where there is love, every other thing can fall into place. She has carried herself gracefully and whenever she steps out with him, one cannot help but admire her calm disposition. Iara has also added an unmistakable glow to her husband’s life.
Frances Iwuanyanwu
Businessman, Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu, has accomplished a lot in his career and he has shown no sign of slowing down.
Like some others on this list, Iwuanyanwu lost his wife of more than 40 years, Lady Eudora Nnenna, in 2011 and he remarried in 2013.
His second wife, Frances, has thankfully been able to fill the void left by Lady Eudora. Obviously smitten by her, Chief Iwuanyanwu steps out with Frances at every opportunity and the smile on his lips on such occasions points to the fact that the magnate is fulfilled in his latest marriage. The couple welcomed a son, Kamsiyochukwu Emmanuel, two years ago.
Badirat Adeyemi
The Alaafin of Oyo always creates a spectacle wherever he goes in the world. The revered monarch has four young and beautiful wives who he always steps out with but it is obvious that he is particularly fond of his youngest queen, Badirat, also known as Olori Ola.
Beautiful and stylish, Olori Ola never fails to turn heads whenever she appears in public.
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