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The family of billionaire industrialist Razaq Okoya has officially announced the upcoming wedding of his daughter, Olamide Okoya, to Imran Gobir, marking the union of two prominent Nigerian families.
The announcement was made public on Friday by businesswoman Folashade Okoya, the Chief Executive Officer of Eleganza Group, via her Instagram page. She shared details of the engagement, describing it as a significant milestone that brings together two respected lineages with shared values and traditions.
In a formal statement released by both families, the engagement was portrayed as more than just a celebration of love. It was described as a union deeply rooted in faith, cultural heritage, and a commitment to shared ideals.
“In a moment defined by grace and significance, the families of Chief Razaq Akanni Okoya, CON, Aare of Lagos, and Chief (Mrs.) Folashade Okoya, MON, Bewaji of Lagos, together with the families of the late Alhaji Umar Ayinla Saro, OFR, CON, and the late Ambassador Abubakar Garba Gobir, announce the engagement of their children, marking the coming together of two distinguished lineages grounded in shared values, faith, and purpose,” the statement read.
The message further highlighted the deeper meaning behind the union, emphasizing that it represents the beginning of a lifelong partnership built on mutual respect and spiritual commitment.
“The engagement reflects not only a celebration of love, but the beginning of a partnership built on submission to Allah, mutual respect, and legacy,” the families added.
Olamide Okoya, the bride-to-be, is a member of one of Nigeria’s most influential business families, known for their longstanding presence in the country’s industrial and luxury goods sectors through the Eleganza Group. Her father, Razaq Okoya, is widely regarded as one of Nigeria’s leading entrepreneurs, with decades of contributions to manufacturing and commerce.
The groom, Imran Gobir, also hails from a notable background. He is connected to the respected Gobir family and is the son of the late Abdullahi Abubakar, who once served as Nigeria’s Ambassador to Iraq. His lineage further traces back to the late Ambassador Abubakar Garba Gobir, reinforcing the prominence of his family in diplomatic and public service circles.
The engagement announcement reflects a blend of northern and southwestern Nigerian heritage, symbolising unity across regions and traditions. Observers have noted that such unions often carry cultural significance beyond the immediate families, representing broader connections within the country’s social and elite networks.
Both families expressed gratitude to Almighty Allah for the milestone and offered prayers for a successful and blessed marriage. They prayed that the union would be filled with barakah, peace, and enduring happiness.
The announcement has since attracted congratulatory messages from friends, associates, and well-wishers across social and business circles, many of whom see the engagement as a joyous occasion worthy of celebration.
While details of the wedding ceremony have yet to be disclosed, anticipation is already building around what is expected to be a high-profile event, given the status and influence of both families.
As preparations begin, the engagement of Olamide Okoya and Imran Gobir stands as a notable event in Nigeria’s social scene, highlighting the continued importance of family, tradition, and faith in shaping unions within the country’s elite circles.
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