Atiku Abubakar, the former vice president, was among the dignitaries who attended the white wedding of former BBNaija housemate Cross and Chinonso Onyebuchi, his partner.

The couple tied the knot in a lavish white wedding ceremony on Saturday in Abuja, surrounded by family and friends.

Atiku, who was present at the event, took to X to congratulate the couple, describing Cross as his “godson” and wishing them well in their marital journey.

“Yesterday, upon my arrival from Ibadan after the National Opposition Summit, I proceeded directly to the wedding of my godson, Cross Okonkwo @crossdabossike, and Chinonso Okonkwo, here in Abuja. The occasion provided yet another opportunity to reflect the strong bond between our families. I wish the couple a very happy and fulfilling married life,” he wrote.

Several BBNaija graduates were also in attendance, including Neo Akpofure, Saga, Maria Benjamin, Liquorose, Erica Nlewedim, Sheggz, Mercy Eke, Ilebaye Odinaya, and many others.

The couple’s journey to the altar began last year with their engagement, followed by a traditional wedding ceremony held in January.

Their civil wedding followed in February, with the lovebirds officially tying the knot at the Ikoyi registry.

Born Ilkechulwu Okonkwo, Cross participated in the 2021 BBNaija ‘Shine Ya Eye’ edition, which was won by White Money.

He also returned for the ‘All Stars’ edition in 2023 and emerged as the fifth runner-up. He has maintained a strong presence in the entertainment industry.