Toni Tone and Taye9ja Celebrate Love in Lagos
British-Nigerian author Toni Tone, known for her bestselling book I Wish I Knew This Earlier: Lessons on Love , married Taiwo Ogebule, popularly called Taye9ja, in a vibrant Yoruba traditional ceremony in Lagos this September 2025. The couple, whose love story began two years ago across continents, followed their colorful traditional wedding with an elegant white wedding, captivating fans worldwide. Their romance sparked when Ogebule, a US-based content creator, discovered Tone’s book and reached out via social media. What followed was a transatlantic relationship built on faith, perseverance, and intentionality, inspiring countless followers. The couple’s journey, marked by stylish pre-wedding shoots and heartfelt moments, showcased their chemistry and cultural pride. For their traditional wedding, Tone dazzled in a custom beaded gown with intricate purple and pink embroidery, paired with a gele, while Taye9ja complemented her in a regal agbada. The ceremony, steeped in Yoruba tradition…
