I am a Proud Father, now a Father-in-law, says Ameachi
.Formal church Wedding scheduled for Solemnization holds Saturday, September 27, in FCT , Abuja
“From all the crannies of the country’s geopolitical zones, Nigerians, irrespective of political leaning, converged on Abuja, to rejoice and celebrate with the Amaechis on this joyful occasion of the wedding ceremony of their children….”
By Olawale Lamina
APC Chieftain, Eze Thankful, As Nigeria’s Creme de la Creme, Graces Amaechi Son’s Wedding, Chikamkpa and Anita in Grand Style Amidst Dazzling Display of Culture and Statesmanship….As Her Excellency, Dame Judith Amaechi invites all and sundry to the formal Solemnization of their Holy Matrimony this very Saturday @ Abuja
Erstwhile National Publicity Secretary of the New Peoples Democratic Party (nPDP) and former member of the APC Legacy Media Team, Chief Eze Chukwuemeka Eze, has expressed thanked to eminent Nigerians for their show of support to the family of former Transportation Minister, Rotimi Amaechi, during the wedding ceremony of his eldest son, Dr Chimamkpa who tied the knot with his heartthrob, Anita traditionally in Abuja on Saturday
In a statement made available to the media, Chief Eze observed that the caliber of personalities which included seasoned politicians, administrators, royal fathers and captains of industry that graced the event in solidarity was a pointer to the fact that Amaechi remains centrally significant to Nigeria’s political development efforts.
The ceremony which brought grandeur on display and drew a distinguished assemblage of top government officials and prominent persons from all walks of life converged on the nation’s capital, Abuja to honor the couple and celebrate a new chapter in the Amaechi’s family.
The event not only underscored the rich tapestry of the nation’s cultural heritage but also reflected the enduring influence and goodwill of the Amaechis within national and political circles.
Eze, a diehard loyalist of the former Rivers State governor revealed that since the conclusion of the wedding ceremony days ago, Nigerians have inundated him with messages and calls, seeking to have an inkling of the dignitaries that graced the event. Eze responded by stating that, as would be expected, the turn out of guests was impressive. He said: “Politicians, bureaucrats, captains of industry, clerics, royal father’s etc were in attendance.”
He particularly noted that, “The attendance of dignitaries is highly commendable and really exposed the relevance and general acceptance of Amaechi’s leading role in the politics of Nigeria.”
The APC Chieftain, while thanking Nigerians for finding time out of their busy schedules to grace the occasion, described the Bride and the Groom as children of grace, whose wedding could not have come at a better time.
“We thank Nigerians and our profound appreciation goes to all well meaning citizens of this country who joined the Amaechi family to witness this auspicious occasion.
“Without mincing words, the creme de la creme of Nigerians who attended the wedding showed that the former Governor of Rivers State, Barr. Rotimi Amaechi is popular and widely accepted as an elixir of Nigeria’s floodgate of problems.
“From all the crannies of the country’s geopolitical zones, Nigerians, irrespective of political leaning, converged on Abuja, to rejoice and celebrate with the Amaechis on this joyful occasion of the wedding ceremony of their children.
“We lack words to express gratitude to you all, but our prayer is for God’s divine favours, all round blessings and grace in all you do, amen” Eze prayed.
Continuing with excitement, Chief Eze also emphasized that, “With the kind of dignitaries witnessed during the wedding ceremony, which took place in Abuja on September 20, 2025, one can easily say that Amaechi has a resounding good political will in Nigeria.
Though, Eze noted that those of them in the Amaechi political dynasty were not surprised at the turn out of dignitaries at the event, but were only baffled by the way most of the guests sat glued to their seats untill the ceremony came to a close.
“It was not an assemblage of personalities who sit for 30 minutes in a function and excuse themselves, but a testimony of grace, show of love, acceptability and admiration for Amaechi, amongst the political class.
“All the dignitaries present, sat and witnessed the colourful occasion from start to finish as a sign of love, respect and goodwill for Chibuike Amaechi, the APC Chieftain declared.
Amaechi served as Rivers State governor from 2007 to 2015, and later as Minister of Transportation from 2015 to 2022, under President Muhammadu Buhari.
He resigned from office to contest the APC presidential primaries in 2022, where he finished second to the incumbent, President Bola Tinubu.
Eze opined that, as much as it will not be possible to list all the names of over thousands of heavyweights that attended the historical event, for lack of space, he mentioned very few of the notable guests which included: Peter Obi (2023 Labour Party presidential candidate); Chris Ngige (former Minister of Labour); Emeka Ihedioha (former Governor of Imo State); Senator Aminu Tambuwal (former Governor of Sokoto State); Arch. Tonye Cole (2023 Rivers APC gubernatorial candidate); Hon. Dr Dakuku Peterside, erstwhile DG, NIMASA; Alhaji Nasiru Danu; Senator Osita Izunaso; Hon. Eng. Chukwudi Dimkpa; Eng. Babachir Lawal former SGF; Dr Yemi Ogunbiyi; Senator Uche Ekwunife; Hon Victor Ochei;
Senator Azuta Mbata (President Ohaneze Ndi Igbo); Senator Ben Obi erstwhile Vice Presidential Candidate to Atiku Abubakar; Alh. Maina, a former Minister of the federation, and several serving and former governors, Senators, ministers, traditional rulers and Captains of industry, were among them.
Eze quoted Amaechi as expressing gratitude to all who joined his family in celebration: “It was a beautiful ceremony. I’m thankful to all who showed up to celebrate with us. Proud father, now father-in-law.”
According to Eze, the former Minister of Transportation further used the opportunity to wish the couple a happy married life, saying, “What a joyful day. Congratulations to my son, Dr. Chikamkpa Amaechi, and his lovely wife, Anita.”
But Chief Eze revealed that the formal church wedding between the two love birds is scheduled for solemnization this Saturday, September 27, at St. Gabriel Chaplaincy, Catholic Secretariat of Nigeria, Durumi 1, FCT – Abuja by 10:00 am., with reception following immediately after the wedding service at Los Angeles Event Centre, Ahmadu Bello Way, Kado, FCT – Abuja at 1:00pm.
He went ahead quoting Her Excellency, Dame Judith Amaechi as saying in an invitation to guests that, “This occasion marks not only a covenant of love but also a celebration of heritage, honour, and unity. Your esteemed presence will add grace and dignity to this cherished milestone in our lives.”
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