The white wedding of Rotimi Amaechi's son

-SPECIAL REPORT-

A Celebration of Legacy and Love: The White Wedding of Dr. Chikamkpa Amaechi

In the heart of Nigeria’s capital, Abuja, a momentous union unfolded on Saturday, September 27, 2025, as Dr. Chikamkpa Amaechi, son of the former Minister of Transportation and ex-Governor of Rivers State, Rt. Hon. Chibuike Rotimi Amaechi, exchanged vows with his beloved Anita Nwabueze in a white wedding ceremony that radiated elegance, tradition, and national significance.

The ceremony, held at the serene St. Gabriel Chaplaincy within the Catholic Secretariat of Nigeria, was a convergence of power, prestige, and heartfelt celebration. The guest list read like a who’s who of Nigeria’s political and social elite.

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar graced the occasion, as did former First Lady Patience Jonathan, Mrs. Dolapo Osinbajo (wife of former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo), Abia State Governor Dr. Alex Otti, former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai, and Senator David Mark, National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress. Their presence underscored the deep respect and goodwill the Amaechi family commands across the political spectrum.

The groom, Dr. Chikamkpa, stood tall not only in stature but in the legacy he represents, a scion of the Amaechi dynasty, known for public service and influence. His bride, Anita, brought grace and charm, embodying the warmth and poise that made the union a perfect blend of tradition and modernity.

The couple had previously celebrated their traditional marriage just a week earlier, on September 20, at the A-Class Event Centre in Maitama, Abuja. That event was a vibrant showcase of cultural heritage, with Rivers and Anambra traditions interwoven in music, attire, and ceremony.

Rt. Hon. Rotimi Amaechi, visibly joyful, offered heartfelt blessings to the newlyweds, expressing his hope for a life filled with happiness and purpose. “My prayer to them is that they will be happy,” he said simply, yet profoundly. His words echoed the sentiments of many in attendance, who saw in this wedding not just a celebration of love, but a reaffirmation of family, unity, and the enduring values that bind communities together.

As the festivities drew to a close, the air in Abuja remained thick with admiration and joy. The white wedding of Dr. Chikamkpa Amaechi and Anita Nwabueze was more than a matrimonial event, it was a tapestry of legacy, love, and national camaraderie, woven with the threads of tradition and the promise of a shared future.

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