Former Big Brother Naija contestant and actor Cross Okonkwo has formally married his fiancée in a civil ceremony held in Lagos. The event took place on Monday, February 23, 2026, at the Federal Ministry of Interior in Lagos State.
Okonkwo announced the marriage via his verified Instagram account, sharing photos from the ceremony. His caption read, “23/2/2026 A day the LORD has made. Mr & Mrs Okonkwo.” The post also included the phrase “an appointed date by God,” reflecting the couple’s personal sentiment.
The news quickly garnered widespread attention on social media. Numerous former Big Brother Naija housemates and Nigerian celebrities, including Phyna, White Money, Queen Mercy, Erica, Papaya Ex, Sheggz, and Mercy Eke, commented on the post to extend their congratulations.
This private legal union marks a significant personal milestone for Okonkwo. He first rose to national prominence as a contestant on the popular reality television show Big Brother Naija. Since his time on the show, he has actively pursued an acting career, appearing in several Nigerian film productions and maintaining a substantial public profile.
The ceremony, conducted at a federal government facility, underscores the formal and legal recognition of the marriage under Nigerian law. The choice of date, shared publicly with a religious reference, indicates the importance the couple places on the spiritual significance of their commitment.
While the ceremony was a civil one, the overwhelming public response highlights Okonkwo’s continued relevance in the Nigerian entertainment space. His marriage situates him alongside other former reality television personalities who have transitioned into mainstream celebrity status.
The next steps for the couple are personal, though their public partnership is now officially established. For media observers, the marriage represents another chapter in the ongoing narrative of Big Brother Naija alumni and their ventures beyond the reality show house.
