Celebrated former news anchor Faridah Nakazibwe has left fans intrigued after sharing rare photos of her son, Marktoum , who was born with a cross-shaped birthmark which has sparked alot of talk.
To mark her baby boy’s first birthday, Nakazibwe posted touching photos that showed a clearly visible cross mark on his glabella—the area between the eyebrows and above the nose. The unique birthmark instantly caught the eyes of followers, sparking a wave of admiration, curiosity, and spiritual speculation.
Many described the mark as a sign of divine favor or a symbol of spiritual significance, with some calling the child “anointed” or “marked by God.”
“That’s not just a birthmark. That’s a blessing!” one user commented.
“This child is chosen,” another added.
While Nakazibwe didn’t delve into the meaning of the birthmark, the proud mother’s joy was evident in her post.
“Life is so private I forgot to tell you that our son was born with a cross on the face.”- she posted.
Fans praised her for finally sharing the photos and commended her for raising such a beautiful child in grace and privacy.
Life is so private I forgot to tell you that our son was born with a cross on the face. pic.twitter.com/vZZ3sxYEg0
— Faridah Nakazibwe (@fsnakazibwe) April 30, 2025