Guests were left in awe and the internet shook to its core as the daughter of Nigerian oil magnate and billionaire entrepreneur, Dr. Ernest Azudialu-Obiejesi, popularly known as Obi Jackson, made a royal entrance at her wedding in Anambra on Saturday, April 19, 2025. She was carried into the lavish ceremony seated on a gold-plated palanquin, styled like a throne — an opulent display of wealth and cultural pride that has since taken over social media timelines.
The bride, radiant in a bespoke beaded outfit that fused traditional Igbo elegance with luxury haute couture, waved gracefully as six men bore her aloft on the sparkling throne. The grand entrance, accompanied by traditional drummers and regal chants, was captured in a viral video that clocked over 3 million views across TikTok and Instagram in less than 12 hours.
Obi Jackson, known for his extravagant taste and philanthropic work across Nigeria, especially in Anambra State, spared no expense for his daughter’s big day. Sources close to the family revealed the event took over six months to plan, with top event planners flown in from Lagos, Dubai, and Johannesburg to create what is now dubbed the “wedding of the decade.”
Held at the Obijackson Estate in Okija, the ceremony welcomed over 500 A-list guests including governors, business moguls, Nollywood stars, and international dignitaries. Luxury cars lined the expansive compound while security was tight, reflecting the status of one of Nigeria’s most influential families.
Social media exploded with admiration and envy as videos and photos of the bride’s entrance flooded platforms. “This isn’t a wedding, this is a coronation!” one user wrote. Another said, “Only Obi Jackson’s daughter can pull this off in gold and still look like an angel.”
Despite the extravagance, the ceremony held strong cultural relevance, incorporating core Igbo rites and symbolism. Elders performed blessings, while dancers and masquerades entertained guests in a colorful fusion of heritage and opulence, reinforcing the family’s deep roots in Igbo tradition.
From the golden throne to the designer outfits, from the sparkling décor to the ocean of celebrities in attendance, the Obi Jackson wedding wasn’t just an event — it was a declaration of wealth, heritage, and influence on a continental scale.
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