The traditional wedding of Nigerian rapper Zlatan Ibile and his longtime partner, Davita Lamai, has continued to generate buzz across social media following the star-studded celebration in Lagos.
The couple held their traditional wedding on Saturday, October 24, 2026, bringing together family members, friends and prominent personalities from the entertainment industry to celebrate their union. The ceremony attracted attention not only for its celebrity guest list but also for the couple’s traditional outfits and the gifts that followed.
Among the major highlights was the presence of Afrobeats singer Davido, who joined the groom’s party as one of the groomsmen. However, the celebrations have also drawn attention following an appeal by Davido’s aide, Damilare Aladegbola, popularly known as Dre, over a missing phone.
Davido Joins Zlatan’s Groomsmen.
Davido was among the prominent entertainers who attended the wedding in support of his close friend. His presence added to the excitement surrounding the occasion, with photos and videos from the event circulating widely online.
Other celebrities and entertainment personalities were also reported to have attended the ceremony, including Fuji musician K1 De Ultimate, singer Teni, comedian Broda Shaggi and influencer Enioluwa Adeoluwa.
The wedding also showcased different traditional fashion styles. Zlatan and Davita first appeared in Edo-inspired attire featuring coral beads before changing into coordinated outfits reflecting Yoruba traditional fashion.
The couple’s looks and the gathering of well-known figures helped make the event one of the entertainment industry’s major talking points over the weekend.
Davido’s Aide Offers Cash for Missing Phone.
The celebrations took an unexpected turn after Dre appealed publicly for the return of a phone he said went missing during the wedding.
In a post on Instagram, Davido’s aide pleaded with whoever had the device to return it, offering money in exchange.
“If na u carry my phone for Zlatan wedding, abeg return am, I go give you money please,” he wrote.
Dre also expressed frustration about the handling of phones left on tables during social events. He suggested that the process of clearing plates could create opportunities for phones to go missing.
However, he did not publicly identify a suspect or establish who was responsible for the phone’s disappearance. His account remains an allegation, and the circumstances surrounding the missing device have not been independently confirmed.
The incident added an unexpected talking point to the wedding coverage, as social media users discussed the appeal alongside posts celebrating the newlyweds.
Tony Elumelu Sends Wedding Gifts.
Another development attracting attention was the gift sent to the couple by billionaire businessman Tony Elumelu.
Zlatan shared images of the wedding presents on social media, showing white envelopes carrying handwritten congratulatory messages and Heirs Holdings branding. The inscriptions included messages such as “Zlatan, well done”, “Our wife” and “Congrats”.
The rapper acknowledged the gesture on his Instagram Story, thanking Elumelu for the presents.
Elumelu is the chairman of United Bank for Africa and founder of the Tony Elumelu Foundation, which supports entrepreneurship across Africa. His gifts added to the messages of goodwill received by the couple following their traditional wedding.
A Celebration of Love and Culture.
Zlatan and Davita have kept much of their relationship away from public attention over the years and share two sons. Their wedding announcement earlier in October offered fans a glimpse into their family life ahead of the ceremony.
The traditional wedding brought together elements of culture, fashion and celebrity friendship, with the couple’s outfits and the presence of fellow entertainers drawing widespread interest.
While the celebrations have been marked by congratulatory messages and gifts, Dre’s appeal for his missing phone has introduced a separate issue into the online conversation.
For Zlatan and Davita, however, the occasion marks a major milestone in their relationship, as friends, family members and fans continue to send their best wishes to the couple.
