Encomium
Two newlywed couples, Mr Paul and Mrs Loveth Ejeh, alongside Mr Chris and Mrs Florence Agbude, received an unforgettable wedding surprise from MTN Nigeria through the Y’ello Tide Wedding initiative, each taking home NGN2 million for a total of N4 million.
The joyous presentations took place at separate wedding receptions in the Shogunle and Surulere area of Lagos, marking the first of a series of surprise weddings planned across Nigeria, from nearly 700 applicants.
Madaki Gideon, brother to the bride in the Ejeh wedding in Shogunle, shared how he applied on his sister’s behalf after seeing a text message about the Y’ello Tide Wedding, noting that the initiative perfectly aligned with her wedding plans.
Loveth Ejeh recalled her initial scepticism: “My brother helped me apply and fill the form. When he told me about the Y’ello Tide Wedding, I wasn’t convinced, but I allowed him to go ahead. Now I really like the surprise because this is the first time I am receiving something like this and on my wedding day. I’m so happy and blessed!”
Her husband, Paul Ejeh, added, “Honestly, we never believed MTN Nigeria would come to our wedding ceremony to surprise us. At first, I thought it wasn’t real, but now that it has happened, we are truly grateful. This huge support will go a long way for us.”
At the Ejeh’s reception in Shogunle, Oshodi, Lagos State, MTN Nigeria’s Chief Strategy and Innovation Officer, Babalola Oyeleye, highlighted the purpose of the initiative: “Y’ello Wedding is part of our Y’ello Tide season of surprises. We feel that Nigerians have been through a very difficult year, yet Nigerians remain resilient. Out of almost 800 entries , you are among the successful couples, and we are delighted to present you the sum of N2 million to support your dreams and give you a memorable Christmas experience.”
He emphasised MTN’s commitment to giving back and celebrating love, noting that more weddings and gifts would follow. Oyeleye also expressed gratitude for being welcomed into such intimate family moments and prayed for the couples’ enduring friendship and happiness as they begin their new journey.
