Nollywood's beloved actor, Chinedu Ikedieze, famously known as Aki, has discreetly announced his separation from his wife, Nneoma Nwaijah, marking the end of their 12-year marriage, with three kids.
The couple, who tied the knot in a vibrant traditional ceremony on November 26, 2011, in Obolo, Isiala Mbano, Imo State, followed by a grand white wedding on December 9, 2011, at the Redeemed Christian Church of God – Abundant Grace parish in Ogba, Lagos, were once the epitome of love and partnership in Nollywood.
Their wedding was a star-studded affair, graced by prominent figures like Osita Iheme (Pawpaw), Uche Jombo, Rita Dominic, Mercy Johnson, Genevieve Nnaji, Monalisa Chinda, and Susan Peters.
Aki met Nneoma on a movie set in Lagos, where she worked as a costumier, and their romance blossomed amidst the glitz and glamour of the film industry.
In a surprising twist, the 46-year-old actor revealed his new marital status on Instagram, celebrating the birthday of his new wife, Stephanie Promise. Aki shared the joyous news of their recent addition to the family, a baby boy, alongside their two beautiful daughters.
"My world, my love. On this special day, I want to celebrate not only your birthday but the incredible journey we’ve been on together. You have blessed our lives with two beautiful girls who light up our world, and now, we have been gifted with a precious baby boy," Aki expressed with heartfelt emotion.
He continued, "Watching you embrace motherhood with grace and strength fills me with awe. You are the heart of our family, the rock we all lean on. Your love and dedication to me and our children are unparalleled, and I am endlessly grateful for the life we are building together."
While Aki's announcement was filled with love and gratitude, he left fans in suspense, not revealing the timeline of his first marriage's end or the beginning of his new chapter with Stephanie.
