Friday October 28, 2022
Ekperi, Etsako Central, Edo State, Nigeria.
981 days 19 hrs 30 mins ago
Our Story
We met in 2017 while going to Abuja for a convention hosted by the Christian Alumni Association of our Institution then.
I was in my finals at that time while she was doing her compulsory one-year industrial training course.
On that faithful event of our meeting, we happened to board the same bus with other students and she was sitting at my back.
It was a long journey and everyone got to relate with each other right on the big bus. Selfies were taken. Greetings were made and that was how we got talking.
She collected my phone and began to browse through my gallery and then saw different pictures of myself and some sisters which affected her first impression of me.
During the five-day convention, we interacted a few times and even snapped pictures together but until date, we can't remember how we exchanged contact but I suspect she was the one who collected my number.
At the time of the meeting, we weren't ready for a relationship so that wasn't our basis for communication or friendship. We stayed as friends and along the line, would jokingly call each other's family members inlaws. There wasn't any intention of a relationship.
During the four years of our 'normal' friendship, I have been involved in two different relationships 😷 while she was just there as a friend and the most interesting part is that we didn't see physically for up to four times in the space of those years even though we were in the same School for a year before I graduated.
Though we didn't see much, our communication was consistent and the friendship was genuine.
At those times, whenever the topic of relationship was raised, she was not ready for such commitment until some time in 2020 which I sensed she was ready but I still didn't shoot my shot because I wasn't fully convinced then.
And when I got the final conviction around late 2020, I 'cast and bind' the thoughts. Even before the conviction to be with her, I knew there was something about her but I didn't want anything more than the beautiful friendship we shared, and then, when I became ready for it, somehow, I didn't want it to be her and that was not because she wasn't beautiful and a good friend.
I felt she was too strong-willed and serious and some other things about her that I wasn't comfortable with. But I have come to realize that God never truly gives us the finished products as spouses but the 'raw material' so that through His help, we can help them to become better versions of themselves. This was my case.
After much deliberations, counsel, and prayers, I waited until there was a green light from her end and I made my shot in 2021. But it took this woman of God about 5 months to give me a reply which was in the positive.
We are one year plus in this new journey and sincerely, this is one of the best decisions I have taken in my life. It feels like I have never loved before. The peace here is nothing compared to another and soon, we would be walking down the aisle, saying YES to the newer assignment God has for us.
Like I will always tell her, "I am not getting married to you because I am of age or because a man must marry but because I met YOU. You are the reason."
Indeed, she is the reason and she confirms the revelation God gave me of how He would give me an inheritance as a wife.
So feel free to call our story, 'the trip to Abuja that led to forever'.
Tidbits
How did you first meet?
We met in 2017 on a trip to Abuja. See our story for the details.
Who made the first move? How?
He made the first move when he proposed a relationship.
What was your most memorable date?
Our first official date was at a cinema in Auchi, Edo state. It was just the both of us in the cinema hall and we saw the movie "Two Weeks in Lagos".
What's your favorite activity together?
Praying and gisting...
Where are you going for your honeymoon?
Redemption Camp, Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, Nigeria.
What's the most memorable trip you have taken together?
A trip from Auchi to a train station in Agenebode, both in Edo State.
We’re on the same page about
Our Faith, Purpose, Ministry and of course, this Marriage (lol)
A life goal of ours
To become individual and collective platforms where Christ finds consistent expression.
The most spontaneous thing we’ve done
Saying the same thing at the same time and we are like, "you stole into my mind." Lol
A social cause we care about
Preaching the message of hope, love, and restoration to young people.
What do you both do?
He is a UI/UX designer, graphics designer, brand strategist, and a YouTuber.
I am a writer and author, book project manager/consultant and a human capacity builder.
We are both creatives, using our geniuses to make the world a better place. We're open for business.
Schedule
Registry
We deeply appreciate your kind thoughts towards our journey. Please, find below details on how you can purchase a gift or send your token of love to us.
You can either purchase directly through this link withjoy.com/DeHeirs/registry or by using your favorite stores and should you prefer your gifts in cash, you can make a transfer to the following Bank accounts details:
Account Name: Aigbonoga Omoh Usena
Account Number: 2084729556
Bank: United Bank of Africa (UBA)
Or
Account Name: Oghenebrorhien Guriase
Account Number: 2117507702
Bank: Zenith Bank
Once again, thank you for your support. We pray that God will reward your sacrifice with an overflowing measure.
Travel
Getting In
We recommend flying into Benin City.
Q & A
For all our friends and family who have lots of questions, please check out our Q & A first!
When is the RSVP deadline?
Please RSVP by October 20th so we can have an accurate headcount.
Can I bring a date?
Yes
Where should I park?
There is plenty of free parking near the entrance of the event location.
What should I wear?
Please see our Schedule for the dress code.
Is the wedding indoors or outdoors?
Our traditional wedding is outdoor while the white wedding is indoor.
Is it okay to take pictures with our phones and cameras during the wedding?
Yes! We would love for you to take photos and build some memories. However, please don't disrupt the wedding photographers.
Whom should I call with questions?
Please, call the chief bridesmaids on 08132366037
Wedding Party
Odion Aigbonoga
Maid of Honor
Isoria Innocent
Best Man
Queen Aigbonoga
Bridesmaid
Ernest Gold
Groomsman
Umoru Victory Oshiolene
Bridesmaid
Ogundiran Philip
Groomsman
Bridget
Bridesmaid
Palla Great
Groomsman
Jesus Baby
Bridesmaid
Isaac Abidemi
Groomsman
Blessing Omobumeh
Bridesmaid
Honour Starlin Eferuyota
Groomsman
Tamarapreye Angela
Bridesmaid
Precious Ayas
Groomsman
Gloria Anthony
Bridesmaid
Tammy
Groomsman
Peace Charles
Bridesmaid
Ukpong Elisha
Groomsman
Fega Eguriase
Bridesmaid
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