Warri stood still on Saturday as music executive, businessman and entertainment impresario Soso Soberekon exchanged marital vows with his heartthrob, Princess Ebiere, in what has been widely described as one of Nigeria’s biggest celebrity weddings of the year.
From the moment fleets of private jets began landing with celebrity guests to the final dance of the newlyweds, the ceremony delivered a spectacular blend of affluence, culture, entertainment and star power that dominated conversations across social media.
The wedding venue was transformed into a breathtaking arena of elegance, adorned in exquisite décor, colourful floral arrangements and luxurious fittings befitting the status of the groom, who has spent years building relationships across Nigeria’s entertainment and business circles.
Long before the ceremony began, attention had shifted to the airport where several chartered private jets ferried celebrities and high-profile guests from Lagos to Warri.
Videos circulating online showed multiple executive aircraft assembled for the trip, with reports indicating that the flights were specially arranged for invited guests.
The wedding venue was transformed into a breathtaking arena of elegance, adorned in exquisite décor, colourful floral arrangements and luxurious fittings befitting the status of the groom, who has spent years building relationships across Nigeria’s entertainment and business circles.
Long before the ceremony began, attention had shifted to the airport where several chartered private jets ferried celebrities and high-profile guests from Lagos to Warri.
Videos circulating online showed multiple executive aircraft assembled for the trip, with reports indicating that the flights were specially arranged for invited guests.
Some social media personalities even claimed that private jets became difficult to secure because of the heavy demand generated by the wedding, although the exact number of aircraft involved could not be officially confirmed at the time of filing this report.
Among the first celebrities spotted were actresses Ini Edo, Rita Dominic, Iyabo Ojo, Peggy Ovire, Juliet Ibrahim, Toke Makinwa, Ehi Ogbebor and Venita Akpofure.
Music stars who honoured the invitation included 2Baba, Timi Dakolo, Kcee, Harrysong, Zlatan Ibile, Teni, Iyanya, Oritsefemi and Wande Coal, while comedians AY Makun and Sabinus also joined the celebration.
Business moguls and influential personalities equally turned out in large numbers.
Among them were E-Money, Cubana Chief Priest, former Nigeria Football Federation President Amaju Pinnick, Presidential Amnesty Programme Administrator Dennis Otuaro, businessman Hilary Ibegbulem and several traditional rulers and political figures.
Each guest brought a unique success story to the celebration.
Soso Soberekon himself built his fortune as a music executive, talent manager, entertainment promoter and businessman.
E-Money is renowned for his investments in shipping, oil and gas, hospitality and entertainment.
Cubana Chief Priest rose to prominence through the hospitality business and nightlife management before becoming one of Nigeria’s most influential celebrity entrepreneurs.
Amaju Pinnick made his mark in football administration and business, while Dennis Otuaro is a public administrator and government official.
Within the entertainment industry, 2Baba, Timi Dakolo, Kcee, Teni, Harrysong, Zlatan, Iyanya and Wande Coal have all amassed wealth through music, endorsements, concerts and investments.
Nollywood stars such as Rita Dominic, Ini Edo, Iyabo Ojo and Peggy Ovire have built successful careers through acting, film production, brand endorsements and business ventures.
Entertainment remained one of the biggest highlights of the ceremony.
Legendary singer 2Baba serenaded the newlyweds with his evergreen love classic African Queen, prompting Soso to lead his bride onto the dance floor in one of the day’s most memorable moments.
Award-winning vocalist Timi Dakolo followed with his famous wedding anthem Iyawo Mi, leaving many guests emotional as the couple shared intimate dances before family and friends.
The dance floor soon erupted into a carnival of celebration as guests sprayed bundles of naira and foreign currencies on the couple while musicians thrilled the audience with live performances.
Videos from the event showed celebrities exchanging warm embraces, dancing freely and celebrating deep into the festivities, creating an atmosphere that reflected the groom’s long-standing influence within Nigeria’s entertainment industry.
Cultural displays also formed an integral part of the celebration.
Traditional chiefs, community leaders and family members participated in colourful cultural rites, underscoring the bride’s roots in the Gbaramatu Kingdom and adding a rich Delta cultural flavour to the glamorous occasion.
The ceremony concluded with elaborate photo sessions, heartfelt exchanges between the couple and their guests, and a lavish reception that kept attendees entertained until late into the evening.
Love Story Behind the Wedding
The lavish celebration marked the culmination of a relationship that had largely remained away from public attention.
Earlier in the week, Soberekon announced that he was officially off the market by unveiling a pre-wedding video carrying the now-viral hashtag #SOBEAU2026 and declaring, “I have been taken.”
The announcement immediately attracted congratulatory messages from colleagues and fans across the entertainment industry.
Before Saturday’s grand finale, Soberekon had formally paid the bride price of Princess Ebiere in Benikrukru Community, Gbaramatu Kingdom, Delta State, where both families observed the traditional marriage rites that officially united them.
Reflecting on his journey to marriage, the entertainment executive said he believed the wait had been worthwhile, describing his union with Princess Ebiere as a testimony to divine timing.
For many guests, however, Saturday’s celebration was more than just a wedding—it was a rare gathering of Nigeria’s entertainment elite, business heavyweights and cultural royalty, all united in a colourful spectacle that transformed Warri into the nation’s celebrity capital for a day.
Entertainment remained one of the biggest highlights of the ceremony.
Legendary singer 2Baba serenaded the newlyweds with his evergreen love classic African Queen, prompting Soso to lead his bride onto the dance floor in one of the day’s most memorable moments.
Award-winning vocalist Timi Dakolo followed with his famous wedding anthem Iyawo Mi, leaving many guests emotional as the couple shared intimate dances before family and friends.
The dance floor soon erupted into a carnival of celebration as guests sprayed bundles of naira and foreign currencies on the couple while musicians thrilled the audience with live performances.
Cultural displays also formed an integral part of the celebration.
Traditional chiefs, community leaders and family members participated in colourful cultural rites, underscoring the bride’s roots in the Gbaramatu Kingdom and adding a rich Delta cultural flavour to the glamorous occasion.
The ceremony concluded with elaborate photo sessions, heartfelt exchanges between the couple and their guests, and a lavish reception that kept attendees entertained until late into the evening.
Love Story Behind the Wedding
The lavish celebration marked the culmination of a relationship that had largely remained away from public attention.
Earlier in the week, Soberekon announced that he was officially off the market by unveiling a pre-wedding video carrying the now-viral hashtag #SOBEAU2026 and declaring, “I have been taken.”
The announcement immediately attracted congratulatory messages from colleagues and fans across the entertainment industry.
Before Saturday’s grand finale, Soberekon had formally paid the bride price of Princess Ebiere in Benikrukru Community, Gbaramatu Kingdom, Delta State, where both families observed the traditional marriage rites that officially united them.
Reflecting on his journey to marriage, the entertainment executive said he believed the wait had been worthwhile, describing his union with Princess Ebiere as a testimony to divine timing.
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