Nigerian street-pop star Zlatan Ibile and his longtime partner, Davita Lamai, are celebrating their traditional wedding, drawing attention from fans and entertainment figures with their elaborate cultural outfits, celebrity connections and family story.
The ceremony, held on Saturday, 24-10-2026, has generated widespread interest online under the hashtag #DTTheUnion, with photographs of the couple in traditional attire and reports of celebrity involvement adding to the excitement.
Zlatan, whose real name is Omoniyi Temidayo Raphael, and Davita have been together for several years and have two sons. Their wedding marks a major milestone in their relationship, bringing together their family life and the singer’s connections across Nigeria’s music and entertainment industries.
Couple make cultural statement with traditional outfits
The couple’s wedding attire has emerged as one of the most discussed aspects of the celebration.
Davita appeared in a red, beaded gown complemented by coral jewellery and an elaborate headpiece, while Zlatan wore a white traditional outfit accessorized with coral beads.
Entertainment reports by QED and The PUNCH described the styling as inspired by Benin traditional aesthetics. Zlatan also shared photographs ahead of the ceremony with the caption indicating that it was time to get married.
Coral beads feature prominently in Benin cultural and royal traditions, where they are associated with status and ceremonial significance. Their use in the couple’s outfits gave the celebration a distinctive cultural identity, combining traditional fashion with the glamour of a celebrity wedding.
Davido joins groom’s party
Afrobeats star David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, is among the prominent personalities linked to the celebration. Reports by QED and Legit.ng identified him as one of Zlatan’s groomsmen.
Davido had expressed excitement ahead of the wedding, sharing an image of bundles of US dollar bills on social media alongside a message describing the weekend as a big occasion for his close friend.
His involvement has attracted attention from fans familiar with the friendship between the two musicians, whose relationship extends beyond their professional careers.
The appearance of close industry associates at major personal events reflects the strong social connections that often develop among Nigerian entertainers through collaborations, public appearances and years of friendship.
Victor Boniface reportedly sends three cows
Nigerian footballer Victor Boniface also featured in reports surrounding the wedding after QED reported that he had sent Zlatan three cows ahead of the ceremony.
The reported gift added a traditional element to the pre-wedding celebrations. Livestock can play a significant role in marriage customs in several Nigerian communities, where such contributions may symbolise generosity and participation in family celebrations.
The full details of gifts presented to the couple have not been publicly established, but the reported contribution from the Super Eagles striker has become one of the notable stories surrounding the occasion.
Their two sons feature in wedding announcement
Away from the celebrity attention, the couple’s two children have remained an important part of the story.
Their sons, identified in entertainment reports as Toluwalase and Benaiah, featured in the wedding announcement shared by the couple ahead of the ceremony.
Zlatan and Davita revealed their wedding date in a video posted on 08-10-2026. The announcement included a message delivered in the voice of one of their children, reflecting on the affection, support and companionship associated with their parents.
The family-centred approach offered a more personal introduction to the wedding, shifting some attention from celebrity glamour to the relationship and children at its heart.
Reports have also described an earlier private civil wedding involving the couple. The October event has been presented as their major public wedding celebration, bringing together family members, friends and entertainment-industry associates.
Entertainers congratulate the couple
The wedding generated reactions from several Nigerian celebrities before and after the couple shared their traditional looks.
Those reported to have congratulated them include dancer Poco Lee, content creator Jarvis, comedian Broda Shaggi and media personality Toke Makinwa.
Influencer Enioluwa Adeoluwa also sent a congratulatory message after the wedding photographs emerged, while Broda Shaggi joined other well-wishers in celebrating the couple.
The reactions underline Zlatan and Davita’s visibility within Nigeria’s entertainment community. However, public messages of congratulations do not necessarily confirm that the personalities involved attended the ceremony in person, and a complete verified guest list has not been released.
The couple’s wider social circle has also attracted attention. ARISE News previously reported that Davita discussed plans for a wedding celebration while travelling with entertainers to music executive Soso Soberekon’s wedding in July. Singer Teni reportedly introduced the couple to other people on the flight, after which Davita extended invitations.
Businessman and socialite Cubana Chief Priest was also mentioned in reports ahead of the event after sharing footage of Zlatan visiting a location in Banana Island. The reports added to anticipation around the gathering, although the full arrangements and guest list remain undisclosed.
From street-pop fame to a family milestone
Zlatan rose to prominence through his street-pop sound, particularly with the success of Zanku (Leg Work), which helped popularise a dance movement and expand his profile across Nigeria’s music scene.
He has since released songs including Lagos Anthem, building a reputation for energetic performances and music closely associated with contemporary Nigerian street culture.
His career reflects the rise of street-pop performers from grassroots audiences to mainstream recognition and wider industry collaborations.
The wedding presents another side of the artiste, whose public image is often tied to his music, humour and energetic personality. At the centre of the celebration is a family milestone shared with his longtime partner and their children.
With traditional fashion, close friendships and congratulations from fellow entertainers driving online attention, #DTTheUnion has become one of the most discussed celebrity wedding celebrations in Nigeria over the weekend.
