Zlatan Ibile and Davita Tie the Knot in a Regal Edo Traditional Wedding

Hero image. Zlatan and Davita in their traditional outfits. Credit: @zlatanibile on Instagram] Afrobeats star Zlatan Ibile and his longtime partner Davita have had their big day. On Saturday, October 24, 2026, the couple celebrated their traditional wedding in Benin-inspired attire, and the first photos quickly spread across Nigerian social media. How they announced it The couple shared the date in a pre-wedding video on Instagram, and the voice-over came from their son, who spoke about the family they have built together. They tagged the posts #DTTheUnion. Zlatan and Davita have two sons, Shiloh and Benaiah. The news had been building for a while. At an event on a private jet, singer Teni told those on board that the couple was preparing for a wedding, and Davita confirmed it. Photos of a private civil ceremony had also surfaced earlier in the year. [IMAGE 2: Pre-wedding photoshoot. Credit: @zlatanibile on Instagram, via BellaNaija] The pre-wedding photos Before the ceremony, the couple released their official pictures. They wore coordinated pastel looks, with Davita in a pink Lasosa By Pam Pam gown and Zlatan in a bespoke T.I Nathan suit.

A celebration of Edo culture For the traditional ceremony, the couple honoured Davita's Edo roots. Davita wore a corseted mermaid gown with red crystal beadwork, a traditional Okuku braided crown, layered coral necklaces and a crimson veil, while Zlatan wore a cream robe under an ivory coat with hand-stitched red beadwork. Reports describe her gown a little differently. Some call it a red regalia dress typical of Edo brides. : The couple in Edo traditional attire. Credit: @zlatanibile on Instagram, styled by Goodnews Emmanuel Icon] Zlatan marked the day on Instagram. His caption read "IT's TIME TO MARRY." Star guests Fans were quick to share the guest list online. Davido drew attention after arriving in a white Rolls-Royce, and social media posts showed him leading Zlatan's groomsmen. He had also congratulated the couple in the comments when the date was announced. What we know Zlatan, whose real name is Omoniyi Temidayo Raphael, rose to fame with the street-pop hit "Zanku (Leg Work)." Davita has kept a relatively private profile despite her relationship with the singer. Details like the venue and full guest list were not widely confirmed before the day. Congratulations to the couple. Share your thoughts on the wedding in the comments. Sources to credit BellaNaija, Kemi Filani News, TheCable Lifestyle, Legit.ng, Guardian Nigeria, Arise TV and eelive.