Davido and his longtime lover, Chioma Rowland, are finally set to marry in a traditional ceremony on Tuesday, June 25.
Ahead of what’s set to be one of the biggest celebrity weddings of the year, let’s take a trip down memory lane to see how it all started for these two lovebirds.
January 2018
Davido confirmed his relationship with Chioma after years of rumours about the women in his life. The couple made a joint public appearance at a family function in Ede, Osun State.
February 2018
Weeks after introducing the love of his life to the world, Davido showed just how serious their relationship was when he took her along on his 30 Billion Tour. Chioma featured prominently in photos and videos from the tour, making many believe the relationship had prospects.
April 2018
During a Beat FM interview, the 26-year-old singer shut down rumours that he was planning to settle down with Chioma. He admitted they were in a relationship but said marriage was still off the table. The singer also gifted Chioma a ₦45 million Porsche for her birthday in the same month.
May 2018
Chioma debuted as a video vixen in Davido’s Assurance music video, a song he dedicated to her.
December 2018
Amid rumours of a breakup, the couple silenced naysayers after they were publicly sighted together during a dinner date. He also formally introduced Chioma to his fans during a performance in Lagos, bringing her on stage.
January 2019
Chioma deleted her verified Instagram page, implying that she and Davido had issues. However, during a Q&A session with fans, the singer revealed that she took time off social media to focus on her career as a chef.
February 2019
Journalist Kemi Olunloyo alleged that Chioma was cheating on Davido. Olunloyo released alleged WhatsApp screenshots in which the singer’s crew member, Special Spesh, claimed Chioma was sexually involved with several men.
April 2019
The couple again shut down rumours of a rocky relationship after Davido celebrated Chioma’s birthday and called her his “wifey” in an Instagram post. It was the first time he publicly addressed her as his wife.
June 2019
Chioma clamped down on pregnancy rumours. The chef harshly responded to a nosy fan who slid into her DMs to ask if she was truly with child.
September 2019
Wedding introduction photos captured by Fortune, Davido’s official photographer, surfaced on social media. Davido and Chioma were seen in the company of their family members, with a 2020 wedding date in view. In the same month, Davido popped the question during a private proposal party with friends and family in London.
October 2019
Months after denying pregnancy rumours, the couple welcomed a baby boy—their first child together.
March 2020
Chioma tested positive for coronavirus, forcing Davido to go into self-isolation. The singer shared the news on his official Twitter handle.
April 2020
Davido returned to social media, announcing that Chioma had recovered from coronavirus after testing negative twice. The singer thanked fans for their outpouring of love and support.
June 2020
Chioma released a statement shutting down rumours of domestic violence and abuse in her relationship. “Never has there ever been an incident of abuse in my home. He has never in his life lifted a finger to touch me, and I have never so much as even pushed him,” the statement read in part.
September 2020
Davido revealed he and Chioma called off and postponed their wedding plans during an interview with Ebuka Obi-Uchendu. The singer said the COVID pandemic ruined their plans.
February 2021
Davido stirred breakup rumours with Chioma after he was spotted holding hands with supermodel Mya Yafai during a trip to the Caribbean.
May 2021
The breakup rumours intensified after Chioma penned a casual message to mark Davido hitting a decade in the music industry. Social media users couldn’t get over her calling him “bro.”
October 2021
The couple again put to rest rumours of their breakup after they made a joint appearance at their son Ifeanyi’s second birthday.
April 2022
Social media was abuzz with rumours of Chioma allegedly dumping Davido for a Dubai-based socialite, King Carter. The rumours started after she allegedly attended his birthday party in Dubai. In the same month, Davido and Chioma followed each other on Instagram, putting to rest rumours of a breakup.
November 2022
The couple lost their only child together to a drowning accident at their home. Ifeanyi had just turned three before the heartbreaking incident.
March 2023
Davido returned to social media after a long hiatus. The singer also revealed he married Chioma in a private ceremony, and family and close friends were in attendance.
June 2023
Davido and Chioma’s relationship was once again tested after different ladies came forward with pregnancy claims. One of the ladies, Anita Brown, also hinted that Chioma was pregnant with twins.
October 2023
Months after pregnancy speculations, Davido and Chioma welcomed twins together. A viral video online showed both parents stepping out of the hospital with their children.
June 2024
Blogger Stella Dimoko Korkus reported that Davido and Chioma were set to hold a traditional wedding. The singer confirmed the rumours in a video that surfaced online on Tuesday, June 11. In the viral clip, Davido was heard inviting a friend to his wedding.
On Sunday, June 23, Davido released official pre-wedding photos for the wedding ceremony which will be held on Tuesday, June 25.
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