The vibrant city of London was aglow with love, culture, and festivity as Miss Osaremwinda Blessing Omoregie, daughter of Ambassador Dr. Elvis Omoregie, former Deputy Chief of Staff to the Edo State Government and a prominent PDP chieftain, exchanged vows with her longtime sweetheart, Mr. Choziba Henry Eze.
The joyous occasion, which spanned from a traditional marriage ceremony on Friday, July 25, to a grand white wedding on Tuesday, July 29, brought together families, friends, and dignitaries from Nigeria, the United Kingdom, and beyond in a spectacular celebration of faith, unity, and Edo heritage.
Dignitaries, including the Crown Prince of Benin Kingdom, His Royal Highness Prince Ezelekhae Ewuare, graced the occasion, showing the significance of the union within the Edo community.
The grand finale of the celebrations took place on Tuesday, 29 July 2025, at the Christ Embassy Church in Belvedere, South East London. The main hall was filled with an electric atmosphere, as friends, family, and well-wishers gathered to witness the couple’s white wedding. The ceremony, conducted with reverence and joy, was officiated by Highly Esteemed Pastor Tony Obi, Zonal Pastor of Christ Embassy, Zone 1 DSP, alongside Highly Esteemed Pastor Georgine Obi, Resident Pastor and Group Pastor of Thamesmead Group, Christ Embassy UK Zone 1 DSP.
The wedding charge was delivered by the Highly Esteemed Pastor Wale Elizabeth Akinwolemiwa, Zonal Pastor of UK Region 2 Zone 4. Meanwhile, the Highly Esteemed Pastor Uche Onubogu of UK Zone 4 DSP gave a stirring wedding sermon, inspiring the couple and attendees alike. Other notable ministers present included Highly Esteemed Evangelist Dr. Kathy Woghiren, Highly Esteemed Pastor Kemi Adeshina (Zonal Pastor, UK Zone 3 DSP), Esteemed Pastor Paul Abolade, Bishop Denson Osato Effionayi of Kingdom Culture Ministries International, Reverend Patrick and Mrs. Ruby Eggleston, and Reverend ‘Bisi Akano-Abisoye of St. Paul’s Church. Their presence added a profound spiritual dimension to the occasion.
R—L: grandparents of the bride, Chief Moses Ozigbo-Esere JP (Osuma of Benin) and wife, Mrs Izogie Joy Ozigbo-Esere JP; Dame Joy Ozigbo Ideh; The mother of the Bride, Highly Esteemed Pastor Soskie Omoregie; Bride, Miss Osaremwinda Blessing Omoregie
The wedding was a magnet for prominent figures from Nigeria and the Edo diaspora, reflecting the couple’s esteemed family ties and the Omoregie family’s influence. Among the dignitaries in attendance were Chief M. N. Ozigbo-Esere JP, the Osuma of Benin Kingdom, and his wife, Mrs. Izogie Joy Ozigbo-Esere JP, the parents of the bride’s mother, the Crown Prince of Benin Kingdom, His Royal Highness Prince Ezelekhae Ewuare.
R—L: Chief Moses Ozigbo-Esere JP (Osuma of Benin); Mrs Izogie Joy Ozigbo-Esere,(grandparents of the bride Dame Joy Ozigbo Ideh, MD, 70’s Grill; The mother of the Bride, Highly Esteemed Pastor Soskie Omoregie
Political heavyweights from Edo State included Hon. Isoken Omo, former Commissioner of Physical Planning, Housing, Urban, and Regional Development; Hon. Eghe Ogbemudia, Chairman of Egor Local Government Council; and Hon. Frank Uyi Omosigho, Member representing Oredo East Constituency in the Edo State House of Assembly, who attended the traditional ceremony before returning to Nigeria. Chief Osahon Airhunmwunde, Leader of APC Egor Local Government Area and Managing Director of PlayHouse Hotel in Benin City, was also present, alongside Mr. Osa Dahlton Osa Ozigbo-Esere, Managing Director of Noren Group and The Benin Art Gallery, among others.
The reception that followed the white wedding was a spectacle of joy, music, and culinary delight.
Ambassador Dr. Elvis Omoregie, recently the Acting Chairman (Governor Liaison Officer) of Egor Local Government Council, and his wife, Highly Esteemed Pastor Soskie Omoregie, a senior pastor in Christ Embassy and head of the LoveWorld UK Band, joined the newlyweds in a vibrant dance to the soul-stirring tunes of Testimony Jaga, one of Africa’s finest gospel afrobeat musicians. Guests were treated to an array of unlimited assorted foods and drinks, creating an atmosphere of unrestrained celebration. The energy in the venue was described as truly electric, with the Edo community in London turning out in large numbers to support the couple and honour the Omoregie family.
The marriage of Miss Osaremwinda Blessing Omoregie and Mr. Choziba Henry Eze was more than a personal milestone; it was a celebration of love intertwined with cultural heritage and communal unity. The presence of esteemed ministers, political leaders, and cultural icons showed the significance of the event within both the Edo and Christian communities.
The couple’s journey, marked by the traditional ceremony on July 25 and culminating in the white wedding on July 29, was a testament to their commitment to each other and their shared values of faith, family, and community.
As the newlyweds embark on their life together, the memories of these joyous days will linger in the hearts of all who attended, a radiant reminder of the power of love to unite people across continents and cultures. The Omoregie and Eze families, along with their guests, have created a legacy of celebration that will be cherished for years to come.