Ghana’s songbird, Efya Nokturnal, born Jane Awindor, is now married to Nigerian singer Tomi Thomas in a three-day celebration that shook the whole country.
It kicked off with a beautiful traditional wedding in Accra on Friday, November 6, 2026, followed by a white wedding on Saturday, November 7, and the naming ceremony of their adorable baby on Sunday, November 8.
The three-day celebration was full of love, blended with traditional dance, music and beautiful clothes — the kind of wedding fans have waited years to see.
But just as the congratulations poured in, the controversy started.
A WIFE AND A MOTHER ON ONE WEEKEND
Efya, 39, and Tomi, 33, looked deeply in love. In videos shared online, the couple were inseparable — holding hands, dancing and smiling all through.
Stars including R2Bees and Kwabena Kwabena, among many others, performed at the joyous occasion.
But the biggest news was that Efya had already given birth. The couple dedicated the third day, Sunday, to christen their daughter — Zoe-Blair Adara Nana Efya Ankyaa Oluwateniayo Thomas — in a thanksgiving ceremony at Cedar Church (Assemblies of God) in Accra.
THE CONTROVERSIES
1. “I Will Never Marry”
An old 2020 interview resurfaced where Efya said, “I am not sure I will get married. Marriage is not part of my plans.” Some called her a hypocrite; others said people change. Efya laughed it off — she owned it.
2. The Age Gap
Efya is about six years older than Tomi. That alone sparked debate, with critics questioning the marriage and fans defending their love.
3. “I Love You Too, Babes”
A viral clip showed DJ Dorcas Fapson hugging groom Tomi and telling him, “I love you too, babes.” Ghanaians questioned her outfit and her words to a newlywed man.
4. The Bridesmaids Wahala
This one shook social media the most. Lawyer Mary Ohenewaa Afful criticised Efya’s choice of bridesmaids, reportedly describing some as “husband snatchers” and divorcees.
The viral quote: “They’ll Destroy Her Marriage.”
Some agreed she chose wrongly. Others fired back — being divorced does not make a woman a homewrecker, and a marriage stands on the couple, not their friends.
5. Breakup Wishes
Another post went viral defending Efya against people already wishing her marriage to break, reminding critics she is loved at home and has a successful career — with or without marriage.
THE BOTTOM LINE
Love won. Efya changed her mind, found her man, married him in grand style, and introduced her daughter to the world in the same weekend.
Controversy or not, one thing is clear: Ghana is talking about Efya again — and this time, it’s about love.
