Key Takeaways
- Former President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan made grand entrance at wedding reception of Nigerian singer L.A.X (Damilola Afolabi) and his wife Ella — held Sunday Nov 1, 2026 on Victoria Island, Lagos.
- Event was final leg of wedding after Nikkah on Oct 29 and civil wedding in Malta in September — attended by Emir of Kano Khalifa Muhammadu Sanusi II who also made grand entrance, Oba Saheed Elegushi, Wale Edun, Bola Obasanjo.
- Moment captured on video trends, with former President and wife Patience Jonathan seated among guests, sparking reactions “He guide pass Adeleke family” on X.
Former President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan made a grand entrance at the wedding reception of Nigerian singer Damilola Afolabi, popularly known as L.A.X, and his wife Ella, on Sunday, November 1, 2026.
Moment Former President Of Nigeria, Goodluck Ebele Jonathan, Makes A Grand Entrance At The Wedding Reception Of L.A.X and his wife ❤️✨ pic.twitter.com/Ky6D0L18Wn
— Oyindamola🙄 (@dammiedammie35) November 1, 2026
The lavish reception, held on Victoria Island, Lagos, was the final leg in a series of events marking the union of L.A.X and his wife Emmanuella, popularly called Ella, following their Nikkah ceremony held on October 29 and their civil wedding in Malta in September.
L.A.X and Ella step out in their first wedding look! ❤️🥂
It’s wedding day the couple as they get ready to celebrate their love and begin a new chapter together. 🥰💕#EDtilltheEnD pic.twitter.com/P6RejN2DCG
— Pulse Nigeria (@PulseNigeria247) November 1, 2026
According to Goldmyne.TV, Vips sighted at the wedding were former President Goodluck Jonathan and his wife, former First Lady Dame Patience Jonathan; Emir of Kano, His Highness Khalifa Muhammadu Sanusi II; and Oba Saheed Elegushi of Ikate-Elegushi Kingdom.
The arrival of the former Nigerian President and his wife drew attention, while the Emir of Kano also made a grand entrance at the reception, drawing attention as he arrived at the celebration.
The Emir Of Kano, His Highness Khalifa Muhammadu Sanusi II, Arrives In Grand Style At The Wedding Reception Of L.A.X and his wife. Fmr President Goodluck Jonathan is also present pic.twitter.com/OmCOC078rZ
— Oyindamola🙄 (@dammiedammie35) November 1, 2026
Video footage from the event captured the couple seated among guests as celebrations went on, with photographs showing Jonathan sharing a moment with former Minister of Finance Wale Edun, Chief (Mrs.) Bola Obasanjo and former Lagos State First Lady Abimbola Fashola, who were also among dignitaries.
The occasion attracted an impressive list of distinguished guests, including business elite, celebrities and political figures, with the singer, known for hits like “Ginger Me,” celebrating in grand style.
The moment has since trended on social media, with Nigerians reacting to the former President’s appearance at a pop star’s wedding.
One user on X wrote, “He guide pass Adeleke family” — a comment referencing the Adeleke family’s penchant for lavish events — after video of Jonathan’s entrance surfaced.
The Lagos reception brings to a close L.A.X’s wedding festivities, which began with a civil ceremony abroad and continued with traditional rites in Lagos.
