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Another Valentine's Day is upon us as Legit.ng found special ways to celebrate this colourful day of love.
They say love knows no limits when two hearts agree to be one. Some famous Nigerians have followed such trail, finding love outside of their tribes and building beautiful homes for their posterity.
As the whole world celebrates love in one form or another today, Legit.ng honours celebrities who broke the barriers of tribalism
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Nigerian Afrobeats star Peter Okoye, a member of the musical duo Psquare, is from Anambra and is married to his beautiful wife Lola Omotayo, a native of Ondo State.
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They exchanged marriage vows in 2013. And are blessed with two kids: a daughter named Aliona and a son Cameron.
The relationship, similar to numerous others, encountered its share of controversies; however, much to the elation of many, love triumphed over them all, resulting in a more enchanting pair.
Nigerian R&B star turned actor (politician) Banky W and his beautiful wife, actress Adesua Etomi, are another lovely intertribal couple.
The Yes/No hitmaker is from Badagry, Nigeria, while the movie star hails from Benin.
After their movie roles in the Nigerian 2016 cinema blockbuster 'The Wedding Party', their love moved on to actualization as they announced their engagement a few months after and a real-life wedding a year later.
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They are well-known for their mutual support and affectionate demeanour, which frequently leaves their fans awestruck.
Nigerian actress Mercy Johnson, from Okene, Kogi State, is married to Prince Okojie, a native of Edo State.
The mother of four and her husband met in 2008 while on a flight from France. However, her husband admitted that she had refused to give him her number when he first asked for it.
These couple have continued to demonstrate that love transcends tribal boundaries.
Legit.ng previously reported ways the Nollywood star solidly supported her man during the 2023 election, where he vied and won the House of Representatives seat for the Esan South-East/Esan North-East Federal Constituency.
Afrobeats legend Innocent Idibia and his wife Annie Idibia are another definition of love that knows no bounds.
Despite the controversy and infidelity stories that have surrounded their union, the couple has stuck together to weather the storm. Annie is of Akwa Ibom descent, while her spouse is of the Idoma tribe, situated in the southern region of Benue State, Nigeria.
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Former Big Brother Naija housemates Segun Daniel Olusemo, best known as Sheggz, and Chidimma Okagbue are one of the fans' favourite duo from the reality TV show.
The two lovebirds have continued to strive in their relationship since leaving the Big Brother house.
July this year will be their second anniversary.
Nigerian actress Toyin Abraham and her husband Kolawole Ajeyemi are one of those couples that feed the timelines with the smoothness and lustre of intertribal love.
Although many mistake the actress for being Yoruba because of how she embodies their culture perfectly, she is an indigene of Auchi, Edo State, while her beau is from Oyo state.
The admirable ex-Big Brother Naija housemates are another intertribal couple worthy of mention.
The two lovebirds didn't disappoint shippers while and after their time on the All Stars show, and it has since been a fantastic ride for both of them together.
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Nigerian multi-award-winning superstar David Adeleke, best known as Davido, and his lovely Chioma are one of the power couples with intertribal backgrounds.
The singer from Osun and his woman from Imo State have waxed a strong bond in their marriage despite the challenges and infidelity rumours that have tried to come between them.
Comedian Ay Makun and his lovely wife, Mabel Makun, are a lovely example of how beautiful an intertribal marriage can be.
The enviable duo has stayed together through thick and thin in their 15 years of marriage.
They both battled the challenges of childbirth for 13 years after the birth of their first child, Michelle, until God blessed them with a second daughter, Ayomide.
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Nollywood star Stephanie (previously Okereke) and Linus Idahosa's marriage is another adorable intertribal marriage. Although the two try to live a quiet life off media, but have left a lasting impression in the minds of their fans.
The lovebirds emit royalty in the delightful bond they share. The movie star is from Imo State, and her husband is from Benin.
Nigerian celebrity stylist Veekee James recently got married to her sweetheart James, and her traditional wedding ceremony portrayed the beauty of two cultures meeting together in love and harmony.
The talented stylist is from Ibibio, and her man is from Yoruba. Pictures and videos from Veekee's wedding extravaganza buzzed the internet all through last weekend.
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Legit.ng earlier reported that Veekee had continued making fashion statements with her much-talked-about wedding for weeks.
She wore a very long veil to complement her bridal dress for her white wedding, and it looked breath-taking.
As she walked down the aisle, the veil flowed on the ground, showing off its beauty, and wowing many.
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Chinasa Afigbo (Entertainment Editor) Chinasa Afigbo is a pop culture/music journalist and content writer with over four years of experience in other mainstream media organisations, including Vanguard Media and Guardian Life. She holds a degree in Information Management Technology from the Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO). She also moved on to pursue courses in writing & media communications. Chinasa has also been published in other Intl journals, like The African Report. Reach her at: chinasa.afigbo@corp.legit.ng.
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