Yemi Obafemi
After images and videos of the traditional wedding ceremony, of Taiwo Cole, to popular actress and comedian, Wofai Ewa Surfaced online. The Cole family from Victoria Island, Lagos, has denied their approval of the marriage.
The marriage was held in Ugep, Cross River State.
In a statement by Kunle Cole, the family patriarch, reads: “This serves to notify all acquaintances, family, and friends that the Cole family of Victoria Island, Lagos, are not aware of any marriage ceremony involving our son, Taiwo Olakitan Cole; neither did we grant permission nor support in this regard.”
The Cole also warned that they do not accept the marriage adding that all information about the marriage should be disregarded.
“Person(s) parading themselves as new members of the Cole heritage by virtue of this purported event, are not known nor accepted by the family. All publications and documents being circulated about this are to be disregarded.”
Despite the family’s rejection, Wofai Ewa and Taiwo Cole shared their joy on social media.
Wofai posted on her Instagram, which boasts over a million followers, celebrating her new marital status. “I found my happily ever after, and I said yes!! Chai!! Love is sweet o. Thank you guys for all the love and messages,” she wrote, accompanied by photos from the ceremony.
Taiwo Cole and Wofai picture have been trending online.