{
  "id": 19136011,
  "title": "Ghanaian singer Efya marries Nigerian star Tomi Thomas",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/09/ghanaian-singer-efya-marries-nigerian-star-tomi-thomas",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-11-09T10:22:31.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Chronicle Ghana",
    "slug": "the-chronicle-ghana",
    "url": "https://thechronicle.com.gh/ghanaian-singer-efya-marries-nigerian-star-tomi-thomas/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Ghanaian singer Efya Nokturnal and Nigerian musician Tomi Thomas have officially tied the knot in a vibrant traditional wedding ceremony held in Accra. The union, which took place on Friday, November 6, 2026, brought together stars from the entertainment sector, politics, and traditional leadership to celebrate the couple's marriage before their upcoming white wedding. Efya, celebrated for her powerful voice and chart-topping hits, dazzled in a bespoke Kente gown, showcasing her deep ties to Ghanaian culture. Tomi Thomas, in turn, honored the occasion by wearing a luxurious Kente cloth, adorned with gold jewelry, reflecting his roots in Nigeria. The ceremony masterfully blended elements of both countries, with guests adorned in attire reminiscent of Ghanaian and Nigerian traditions. High-profile attendees included Dzifa Abla Gomashie, the Minister of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, and Oseadeeyo Kwasi Akuffo III, the Paramount Chief of Akuapem. The entertainment sector was well-represented, with notable figures such as Efia Odo, Sister Derby, Salma Mumin, Fantana, and Becca in attendance. The celebration was a feast for the senses, featuring a diverse musical lineup that included highlife classics and modern Afrobeats.",
  "summary": "Ghanaian singer Efya Nokturnal and Nigerian musician Tomi Thomas have formalised their union in a colourful traditional marriage ceremony in Accra, bringing together music, fashion and cultural traditions from both countries. The ceremony, held on Friday, November 6, 2026, attracted a host of personalities from the entertainment industry, politics and traditional leadership, as the couple […] The…",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 4,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Adom Online",
        "title": "Efya ties the knot with Nigerian singer Tomi Thomas in colourful traditional ceremony [Video]",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/06/efya-ties-the-knot-with-nigerian-singer-tomi-thomas-in-colourful",
        "published": "2026-11-06T15:17:29.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Punch",
        "title": "Australian singer Nishka set for Nigerian debut",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/07/australian-singer-nishka-set-for-nigerian-debut",
        "published": "2026-11-07T01:12:51.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "MyJoyOnline Ghana",
        "title": "Ghanaian singer Efya marries Nigerian star Tomi Thomas",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/07/ghanaian-singer-efya-marries-nigerian-star-tomi-thomas",
        "published": "2026-11-07T03:39:14.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}