Princess Toya, daughter of Olori Aderonke, one of the wives of the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, has married Prince Makanju in an elegant ceremony in London, United Kingdom, blending Nigerian royal heritage with contemporary wedding celebrations.

The couple exchanged vows at a court wedding before hosting a reception attended by relatives, friends and close associates.

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Videos circulating on social media captured joyful scenes from the celebration, with guests applauding as the newlyweds made their way down flower-decorated steps amid falling confetti.

Toya appeared radiant in a sophisticated beige ensemble, while Prince Makanju joined her in greeting guests and celebrating their union.

The reception featured glamorous arrivals, carefully styled outfits and moments of celebration that reflected the occasion’s personal and cultural significance.

Olori Aderonke, the bride’s mother and a wife of the Ooni of Ife, was among the prominent figures at the gathering.

She was seen smiling, posing with family members and friends, and sharing in the happiness surrounding her daughter’s marriage.

The wedding offered a glimpse into a family celebration that brought together royal connections, fashion and cultural expression in the British capital.

Traditional touches were also visible, including an attendant dressed in white and carrying a ceremonial staff.

Olori Aderonke is a fashion entrepreneur and the founder and chief executive of Africa Fashion Week London and Africa Fashion Week Nigeria.

Through these platforms, she has helped promote African designers and cultural expression to international audiences.

A UK-trained lawyer and cultural ambassador, Aderonke is also the great-granddaughter of Oba Ajagun Ademiluyi, the 48th Ooni of Ife.

Her professional work has brought together her interest in fashion, heritage and the international promotion of African creativity.

The wedding also attracted attention because of the bride’s connection to the royal household of Ile-Ife, a historic Yoruba kingdom in Osun State, Nigeria.

The Ooni of Ife remains an influential traditional ruler whose family and public engagements frequently attract interest across Nigeria and among the country’s diaspora communities.

For many Nigerian families abroad, celebrations such as weddings offer an opportunity to maintain cultural connections while embracing the settings in which relatives live and work.

The London ceremony reflected that combination through its contemporary presentation and traditional elements.

Although details about the couple’s relationship and future plans were not included in the available report, the celebration marked an important milestone for Toya and Prince Makanju, surrounded by the support of family and friends.

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As images and videos from the occasion continue to circulate online, the couple’s wedding has offered a warm, personal moment of celebration for a family whose public life often intersects with Nigeria’s royal, cultural and fashion communities.