By Precious Alechi Iyeuwa – Rivers State
On Saturday, 27th September, 2025, Abuja radiated elegance and cultural pride as Dr. Chikamkpa Amaechi, son of H.E, Rt. Hon. Chibuike Rotimi Amaechi, CON, Nigeria’s former Minister of Transportation and two-term Governor of Rivers State exchanged vows with his bride, Anita Nwabueze.
From the vibrant traditional marriage rites to the solemn white wedding, the celebrations drew together a powerful constellation of leaders, past and present political figures, sitting senators, business icons, women leaders, and traditional rulers.
It was more than a wedding; it was a national convergence of unity, legacy, and enduring bonds.
Dignitaries in Attendance
National Leaders
H.E Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, GCON – Former Vice President of Nigeria & wife, H. E. Titi Abubakar
Dame Patience Jonathan – Former First Lady of Nigeria
H. E. Dolapo Osinbajo – Wife of former Vice President, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo
Senator David Mark, GCON – Former Senate President & wife, Mrs. Helen Mark
Abubakar Malami, SAN – Former Attorney-General of the Federation & Minister of Justice
Sitting Senators & National Assembly Leaders
Senator Simon Bako Lalong – Senator representing Plateau South; Former Governor of Plateau State & former Minister of Labour
Senator Seriake Dickson – Senator representing Bayelsa West; Former Governor of Bayelsa State
Senator Dino Melaye – Former Senator representing Kogi West
Senator Lee Maeba –Former Senator representing Rivers South-East
Distinguished Senator Uche Ekwunife – Former Senator, Anambra Central
Senator Andrew Uchendu – Former Senator, Rivers East
Governors & Former Governors
H. E Dr. Alex Otti – Governor of Abia State
H. E Senator Douye Diri – Governor of Bayelsa State
H. E Barr. Caleb Mutfwang – Governor of Plateau State
H. E Mallam Nasir El-Rufai – Former Governor of Kaduna State
H. E Rt. Hon. Aminu Tambuwal – Former Governor of Sokoto State & former Speaker, House of Representatives
H.E Sir Celestine Omehia – Former Governor of Rivers State
National Political Leaders
Rt. Hon. Victor Ochei – Former Speaker, Delta State House of Assembly; former Executive Director, NIMASA
Prince Uche Secondus – Former PDP National Chairman
Chief Babachir Lawal – Former Secretary to the Government of the Federation
Hajiya Zainab Abubakar Ibrahim – APC Deputy National Women Leader
Barr. Aisha Gana (Jekadia Alkalai Nupe) – Ambassador of Lawyers & Judges of Nupe Land; Founder ANG Associates Foundation
Hajiya Sabihat
Rivers & Regional Leaders (Host Family & Close Allies)
Rt. Hon. Chibuike Rotimi Amaechi, CON – Father of the Groom; Former Governor of Rivers State & Former Minister of Transportation
Her Excellency, Dame Judith Amaechi – Mother of the Groom; Former First Lady of Rivers State
Arc. Tonye Cole, mni – 2023 Rivers APC Governorship Candidate & wife, Dr. (Mrs.) Sylvia Cole
Rt. Hon. Asita Honourable – Rivers Political Leader; former National Assembly Member & 2023 Rivers West Senatorial Candidate
Dr. Dakuku Peterside – Former Director-General, NIMASA
High Chief Emeka Beke – Embattled Rivers APC Chairman & wife, Lolo Augusta Emeka Beke
Chief Davis Ibiamu Ikanya – Former Rivers APC Chairman & wife, Dr. Ruth Davis Ikanya
Barr. Constance Marshall Harry – Former NNPC Board Member
Hon. David Okumgba – Rivers Political Leader
Hon. Henry Akul Halliday – Rivers Political Leader
Hon. Ordinance Emeji – Rivers Political Leader
Respected Women Leaders
Dame Aleruchi Cookey-Gam – Former Attorney General & Commissioner for Justice, Rivers State
Dr. Joeba West – Former Commissioner for Women Affairs, Rivers State
Hon. Mrs. Beatrice Dappa Amobi – Embattled Rivers APC Women Leader
Hon. Nancy Stephens Ijaopo – Rivers Political Leader
Hon. Dabota Daniella Godswill Jumbo – Rivers Political Leader
Dame Ibifuro Tatua – Rivers Political Leader
Traditional Rulers & Community Leaders
Chief Dr. Engr. Chukwudi Dimkpa – Eze Omezunu Oha I of Isiokpo Ancient Kingdom; Rivers Political Leader
Several revered traditional rulers from Rivers State and across Nigeria
Celebrities & Entertainers
Duncan Mighty – Electrified the audience with a live performance
A Wedding of Unity & Legacy
The Amaechi–Nwabueze wedding became a national rallying point, where political rivals mingled freely, setting aside party lines to celebrate love. From APC to ADC, PDP to Labour , the guest list reflected Nigeria’s strength in diversity.
The Holy Matrimony was solemnized at St. Gabriel Catholic Secretariat of Nigeria, Durumi 1, FCT–Abuja, officiated by Rev. Fr. Steve Dedua. The grand reception was held at Los Angeles Events Centre, Ahmadu Bello Way, Kado, Abuja.
Earlier, the traditional marriage on Saturday, 20th September, 2025, displayed rich culture, tradition, and elegance.
Together, the two events became a historic celebration of love, heritage, and legacy, graced by Nigeria’s most distinguished leaders across national, state, and community levels.
