Akume’s marriage to Ooni’s ex-queen Zaynab confirmed by family
Former Benue State Governor and Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, has reportedly married Zaynab Ngohemba-George, who was previously married to the Ooni of Ife. The marriage became public on December 26, 2025, after a family member shared a celebratory post on Facebook. The family welcomed Queen Zaynab into the Dajoh family and expressed their joy over the union. Akume’s spokesman confirmed the marriage, noting that it is not a recent event.
What we know
- George Akume has married Zaynab Ngohemba-George, the former wife of the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi.
- The union became public on December 26, 2025, through a Facebook post by a member of the Akume Dajoh family.
- The Dajoh family expressed happiness and extended a cultural welcome to Queen Zaynab in their statement.
- Akume’s spokesman, Yomi Odunuga, confirmed the marriage and clarified that it is more than a year old.
- Zaynab was previously married to the Ooni of Ife in a traditional ceremony on March 12, 2016, with the marriage ending in August 2017.
