December 2nd 2023.
Chiney Ogwumike, two-time WNBA All-Star, and Ethansor Akpejiori, heavyweight boxer, tied the knot in a big Nigerian- and Western-themed ceremony.
The festivities started on November 15th in Houston, Texas, and were attended by nearly 1,000 people. The couple honored their Nigerian heritage by hosting the ceremony at the Igbo Catholic Community Center.
"As Nigerians, our cultures have different nuances when it comes to weddings," Ogwumike said. "It was a beautiful and colorful display of unity in our own authentic way."
The venue also served as an alternative to having the wedding in Nigeria, and Houston's bustling Nigerian community helped the couple to feel at home. As a nod to tradition, Ogwumike said that the wedding was open to the public to some degree.
On the day of the ceremony, the couple dressed in custom African outfits and bold silver and gold jewelry. The bright colors of the clothing added to the atmosphere of the event, and Ogwumike said that the people were the color.
The five-day celebration didn't stop there. The couple surprised all of their loved ones with tickets to see Nigerian singer Burna Boy live in concert. Afterwards, they held their second ceremony, which was more traditionally Western. The decor featured white flowers and gold detailing, and the couple ended the event with a farewell brunch for attendees.
In the end, Chiney Ogwumike and Ethansor Akpejiori's wedding was a beautiful and unique event that celebrated both their African and Western cultures.
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