From Mokwugwo Solomon, Awka

Abuja, Nigeria's seat of power literally became a Mecca of sorts, as personalities from all walks of life converged at the capital city to grace the wedding ceremony and reception of Barr Chinwendu Moghalu, daughter of Chief Dr Moghalu, the Managing Director of National Inland Waters Authority and Chieftain of All Progressives Congress (APC), and Dr Chidozie Nwokeji, a United States based medical doctor.

The ceremony held at the International Conference Centre, Abuja, on Saturday, January 15, 2022, had in attendance Vice President, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo; Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Boss Mustapha; Hon Minister of Transport, Rt Hon Rotimi Amaechi; General Onoja (Rtd), Honourable Minister of Health (State), Senator Mammora; Honourable Minister of State for Environment, Barr Sharon Ikeazor; Minister of Labour and Productivity, Senator Dr Chris Ngige; President Goodluck Jonathan ably represented by Hon Labaran Maku; Deputy Governor of Anambra, His Excellency, Nkem Okeke.

Others include the Honourable Minister of Foreign Affairs, Chief Geoffrey Onyeama; Special Adviser to President on Media and Publicity, Hon Femi Adesina; Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media, Alhaji Shehu Garba; Senator Ifeanyi Ararume, Senator Osita Izunanso, Former Governor of Edo State and Former National Chairman of All Progressives Congress, Comrade Adams Oshiomole; Former National Chairman of All Progressives Congress, Chief John Oyegun; Former South East Zonal Chairman of All Progressives Congress, Chief Emma Eneukwu; Senator Nkechi Nwogu, Senator Ayogu Eze, Hon Chuma Nzeribe, Chief and Mrs Chris Uche (SAN).

Others in attendance were Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe, Hon Obinna Chidoka, Hon Darlington Okereke, High Chief Engr Johnbosco Onunkwo (Onwa Umuchu), Chiedozie Madu, Engr Jeff Onyegbu (APM Governorship Candidate for Anambra 2021 Election), Dr Uche Obi, Engr Obiyo (Chairman, Multinet PLC), a popular socialite, Chief Obinna Anyaegbu (Obi Cubana).

Others were: Igwe Nnewi, His Royal Majesty, Igwe K.O.N Orizu III, ably represented by the Crown Prince, Barr Obi Orizu; His Highness, Obi Afam C. Obi (Obi of Uruagu Nnewi), Chief Maxwell Okoye (Ife Nise), Dr Chidozie Nwankwo (CEO Wictech Group of Companies), Chief Dan Ulasi, Chief Louis Onwugbenu (CEO Louis Carter Group of Companies), Chief Sir Chika Alex Okafor (Chikason Group, Producer of AZ Oil And Gas), Chief Dennis Okafor (Denca Maritime Services), Chief Goddy Moghalu (G-More), Chief John Udeagbala (National President, NACCIMA), Hon Tony Iju, Chief Norbert Mbaegbu, Chief Daniel Uchendu, many captains of industries, traditional rulers from the south east and top celebrities in the music industry led by Timaya.

Earlier in his opening remark, chairman of the occasion, the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Boss Mustapha, prayed for a successful marital life for Chidozie and Chinwendu, noting that the relationship between the young couple would be a blessing. He urged them to be partners, and avoid competition among themselves. SGF Mustapha urged the couple to be faithful to each other and to live with sincere love.

The bride’s father, Chief Dr George Moghalu, was seen decked in brown “Aso Ofi agbada” attire, beaming with smiles all through as he was a very happy father to have given out his daughter out on this day.

The event was spiced up by popular comedian and musician, Timaya, as well as prominent Abuja based Master of Ceremonies and comedians.

Highlight of the event was the cutting of the wedding cake and dancing by the celebrators.