By Charis Ebiaghian
Nollywood actress Wofai Fada is celebrating her union to husband Taiwo Cole amidst controversy from her inlaws.
The Cole family of Victoria Island, Lagos, has publicly disowned the union issuing a statement on Sunday, May 5th to disown the union after images and videos of the traditional wedding ceremony held in Ugep, Cross River State, surfaced online.
Kunle Cole, the family patriarch, vehemently denied any knowledge or approval of the union, saying, “This serves to notify all acquaintances, family, and friends that the Cole family of Victoria Island, Lagos, are not aware of any marriage ceremony involving our son, Taiwo Olakitan Cole; neither did we grant permission nor support in this regard.”
The family also warned against recognising any claims of association with them through this event.
“Person(s) parading themselves as new members of the Cole heritage by virtue of this purported event, are not known nor accepted by the family. All publications and documents being circulated about this are to be disregarded,” the statement continued.
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However, despite the family’s rejection, Wofai Fada and Taiwo Cole shared their joy on social media.
Wofai Fada took to her Instagram page, which boasts over a million followers, celebrating her new marital status with a caption: “I found my happily ever after, and I said yes!! Chai!! Love is sweet o. Thank you guys for all the love and messages,” accompanied by photos.
The incident has sparked widespread discussion on social media, with netizens divided between their support for the couple and the Cole family’s stance.
Wofai Fada, apart from her acting and comedic endeavours, is also recognised as a chef.
Congratulations to the couple on their union as man and wife.
