In the glittering world of Nigerian entertainment and high society, few romances have captured hearts quite like that of actress Temi Otedola and Afrobeats pioneer Mr Eazi. Their union, sealed in a lavish yet intimate wedding in September 2025 across Monaco, Dubai, and Iceland, marks the culmination of a love story that began nearly a decade earlier. But beyond the fairy-tale nuptials lies a tale of serendipity, resilience, and quiet strength—a narrative woven through family ties, personal growth, and unyielding commitment.
But before we dive into the nitty-gritty, let’s first see what the newlyweds have been up to.
Temi Otedola Still Reeling From The Wedding Euphoria
Temi Otedola continues to captivate headlines weeks after her wedding to Afrobeats star Mr Eazi, which garnered widespread media coverage, including a feature in Vogue. In a recent, revealing BBC interview, Temi shared insights into her life and marriage, cementing her status as a trending figure.
The billionaire’s daughter, who wed Mr Eazi in a civil ceremony in Monaco on May 9, 2025—chosen for its poignant tie to his late mother’s birthday—earned praise for the event’s elegance, sparking admiration across social media.
During the interview, Temi opened up about her nearly eight-year romance with Mr Eazi, describing him as her best friend and expressing gratitude for their deep bond, which made marriage a natural step.
She emphasized that meeting “the one” brings an instinctive certainty, a feeling she’s cherished with Mr Eazi. Addressing rumors about keeping her wedding under wraps, Temi clarified it was about controlling her narrative, prioritizing privacy over secrecy to shape her own story.
How The Temi Otedola – Mr Eazi Romance Started
Temi and Mr Eazi’s paths first crossed in 2016 at a pulsating London gig where Temi’s elder sister, DJ Cuppy, was spinning tracks. Mr Eazi, then an up-and-coming artist, had been invited by Cuppy, a mutual friend in the music scene. Unbeknownst to him at the time, the poised young woman in the crowd was her sibling.
Temi, fresh out of her teens and navigating her early career, found in Oluwatosin Ajibade (Mr Eazi’s real name) a kindred spirit who matched her quiet ambition with his own grounded charisma. They dated for a remarkable eight years before tying the knot— a deliberate pace that allowed their bond to deepen amid busy schedules and public scrutiny.
Their engagement in April 2022, captured in a heartfelt Instagram video, was a promise kept; the wedding, three years in planning, was a minimalist masterpiece that broke the internet with its elegance and restraint.
Ripples Temi And Mr Eazi Had To Face While Dating
Their journey hasn’t been without ripples. Early on, whispers of “gold digger” accusations swirled around Mr Eazi, fueled by the stark contrast between his rising-star status and Temi’s lineage as daughter of billionaire Femi Otedola. Social media trolls shamed the couple for their long courtship, questioning why a “princess” would wait eight years.
Yet, they’ve navigated these storms with grace, leaning on open communication and family support. Femi Otedola himself became an unlikely cheerleader, bonding with his son-in-law over business chats and even vacationing together—proof that love, not labels, won the day. Temi has spoken of their “drama-free” dynamic in podcasts like How Far?, crediting mutual respect and shared values for weathering the noise. As she put it recently, “I found my home in him,” a sentiment echoed in their collaborative ventures, from joint brand deals to quiet philanthropy.
Mr Eazi’s Rise To Fame
Mr Eazi’s own ascent is a masterclass in reinvention. Born Oluwatosin Oluwole Ajibade in 1991 in Lagos, he grew up in Port Harcourt. He is the son of a doctor father and accountant mother. A promising footballer sidelined by injury, he pivoted to business studies at Ghana’s Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST).
There, music became a hobby—freestyling over highlife beats that birthed his signature “Banku” sound. The genre is a sultry fusion of Afrobeats and Ghanaian highlife. Post-graduation in 2013, he dove into ventures like importing soft drinks and gold mining, only to face spectacular failures that honed his resilience. His breakout came in 2016 with “Skin Tight,” a viral hit that landed him features with Major Lazer and Beyoncé.
Mixtapes like Life is Eazi volumes followed, cementing his global footprint. Today, beyond sold-out tours and Grammy nods, he’s an entrepreneur extraordinaire. He is the founder of emPawa Africa, a label empowering 1,000+ African artists with grants and tools. He also owns Zagadat Capital for tech investments; and is co-founder of PawaPay, a fintech disrupting payments. Married life hasn’t slowed him; if anything, Temi’s influence shines in his latest reflective tracks.
Temi Otedola’s Grind Behind The Scenes
Temi Otedola, 29, mirrors this multifaceted drive. The London School of Economics alumna stumbled into influence at 17 with her blog, JTO Fashion. A “mistake,” she laughs, born from university application essays showcasing her style. What began as outfit posts snowballed into a 1.5-million-follower empire. It involves vlogs, YouTube hauls, podcasting, and modeling for brands like Tiffany & Co. Acting called unexpectedly in 2018; after binge-watching Nollywood. She auditioned on a whim for Genevieve Nnaji’s Lionheart, landing a breakout role.
Kunle Afolayan’s Citation (2020) sealed her as a force, earning international acclaim for her portrayal of a sexual harassment survivor. Prompted by a desire to “try something scary” post-fashion burnout, Temi’s now prepping her third lead in a 2025 thriller. Off-screen, she’s a UNICEF ambassador, advocating for girls’ education, and a creative director for eco-fashion lines. This endeavour proves her spotlight extends far beyond reels.
At the heart of Temi’s world is her unbreakable sisterhood with DJ Cuppy. Florence Ifeoluwa Otedola as she is officially known is the vibrant DJ and philanthropist two years her senior. Then there is their eldest sibling Tolani. The trio’s bond is legendary: matching family photoshoots, Cuppy’s gig intros, and tearful wedding toasts. Cuppy gushed over the “wedding of the century”. She described it as a “powerful partnership,” recently reflected that Temi’s vows reminded her marriage is “far from outdated.”
Final Words
Insiders whisper this milestone might just nudge the single Cuppy toward her own aisle walk. This could potentially making Femi a grandfather sooner than he dreams, a cheeky family jest amid their close-knit dynamic.
In Temi and Mr Eazi, we’ve witnessed not just a celebrity coupling, but a blueprint for enduring love. Their love is one that honors roots, defies doubters, and builds empires together. As they step into this new chapter, their story whispers: True partnerships bloom in patience, not pageantry.
