Zlatan and Davita
Nigerian rapper Zlatan Ibile and his longtime partner, Davita Lamai, have finally set a date for their wedding celebration. The couple will mark their union on October 24, 2026, and they shared the news in a heartwarming “Save the Date” video narrated by one of their sons.
The announcement ends months of guessing among fans, who have followed every hint about the couple’s plans since the summer.
How Zlatan and Davita Announced the Date
The pre-wedding video was posted on Instagram on Thursday night, October 8. The caption was short and simple: “24 October 2026.”
The couple also tagged the clip with the hashtag #DTTheUnion, which appears to be the theme for the celebration.
So far, no venue, guest list or other ceremony details have been made public.
Their son steals the show
What made the video stand out was the voiceover. Instead of the couple speaking, one of their children tells the story of their love in his own words.
“When I think about love, I think about my mommy and daddy,” the child says in the clip.
He adds that his parents have shown him that family means laughing together, supporting each other and always feeling loved.
“My little brother and I are part of their love story, and I thank God for our family,” he says, before the video closes with an invitation to save the date.
Quick Facts
- Couple: Zlatan Ibile (real name Omoniyi Temidayo Raphael) and Davita Lamai
- Wedding date: Saturday, October 24, 2026
- Announced: Instagram “Save the Date” video, Thursday, October 8, 2026
- Theme hashtag: #DTTheUnion
- Children: Two sons, Toluwalase and Benaiah
- Venue: Not yet announced
Davido and Fans React
The post quickly drew warm reactions online. Afrobeats star Davido was among those who stopped by the comment section, writing, “Na man U be.”
Fans also flooded social media with congratulatory messages, with many describing 2026 as a year full of celebrity weddings in Nigeria. The news comes just weeks after other big showbiz couples, including Peller and Jarvis, made headlines with their own family milestones.
A Wedding Plan That Started on a Private Jet
This is not the first time the couple has spoken about a wedding. In July 2026, a video went viral showing Zlatan and Davita on a private jet with other entertainers, heading to the wedding of music executive Soso Soberekon.
During the flight, singer Teni introduced the couple to the other passengers. “So Zlatan and his wonderful wife are going to be having their wedding,” she said, as the cabin cheered.
Davita then invited everyone on board. “I just want to extend an invite to everyone. I’d love to have you all there. It will be so nice to have everyone there,” she said.
At the time, the couple did not share a date or venue. The new video now answers the biggest question fans had.
From Low-Key Romance to Wedding Bells
Zlatan and Davita have been together for several years, but they have mostly kept their relationship away from the spotlight.
Breakup rumours and quiet reunions
In February 2023, the pair unfollowed each other on Instagram, which sparked rumours of a split. Neither of them commented on the talk, and they were later seen together again.
Rings, a new surname and a civil ceremony
Earlier in 2026, the couple’s marital status became a hot topic online. Zlatan pushed back against viral claims about their relationship, describing Davita as the mother of his children.
Speculation grew again when the couple shared family photos wearing matching rings. Davita also began using Zlatan’s surname, Omoniyi, on her Instagram profile.
Photos from a private civil ceremony later surfaced online, though the couple did not publicly address them. The October 24 event is being described as their wedding celebration.
Who Is Zlatan Ibile?
Zlatan is one of the leading voices of Nigeria’s street-pop scene. He is widely credited with popularising the Zanku sound and dance, and he has worked with many top acts. Recently, he featured alongside Bella Shmurda on FOLA’s “It’s Over”.
Despite his loud and energetic stage image, the rapper has always been private about his home life. That is one reason the family-focused video has touched so many fans.
What Happens Next
With the date now public, fans will be watching closely for more details about the venue, the guest list and the celebrity friends expected to attend. Given the star power around the couple, the October 24 celebration is set to be one of the biggest showbiz weddings in Lagos this year.
For now, Zlatan and Davita have kept the focus where their son placed it: on love and family. Halmblog will bring you updates and photos once the big day arrives.
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