Zaynab Ngohemba, the new wife of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, has explained the motivation behind her recent marriage, describing it as a union founded on maturity, shared purpose, and mutual understanding.
Meanwhile, the lawmaker representing Gboko/Tarka federal constituency in the National Assembly, and senior wife of the SGF Mrs. Regina Akume, has urged her husband, the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, to fully return to Christianity, stressing that his achievements in life were rooted in his Christian faith.
Mrs. Akume appealed in a viral video recorded during the wedding reception of the SGF’s son, held on Sunday in Makurdi, Benue State. Senator Akume celebrated his 72nd birthday last weekend.
LEADERSHIP had reported that Akume married Zaynab, formerly known as Zaynab Otiti Obanor, in a private ceremony in 2025, an event that has since generated widespread interest within social and political circles.
The marriage was confirmed on Friday through a celebratory Facebook post by Abraham Double-D Dajoh, a member of the Dajoh family, who described the union as “beautiful” and “uncommon.”
“We, the entire Dajoh Family, happily join our daddy, uncle, and brother, His Excellency, the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Sen. George Akume Jugu Dajoh, in welcoming his new and uncommon wife, Queen Zaynab Ngohemba-George Akume Dajoh, into the Dajoh family,” the post partly reads.
In a statement issued on Wednesday by her media aide, David Adeoye, and published by ThisDay, Zaynab said the marriage represented the coming together of two individuals already committed to public service, rather than a major shift in personal direction.
According to the statement, “It is a partnership shaped by maturity, shared purpose, and an understanding that personal stability strengthens public duty.”
“Their union reflects the meeting of two lives already devoted to public purpose. It is not a reinvention of either individual, but a reinforcement of shared values—humility, discipline, empathy, and responsibility,” it added.
Adeoye further noted that the marriage comes at a time when Nigerians were demanding greater integrity and compassion from public office holders, saying the couple’s union reflects those ideals.
“At a time when Nigerians increasingly demand integrity and humanity from those in leadership, this union sends a subtle but powerful signal that service is strongest when anchored in personal stability, shared values, and a long view of legacy,” the statement said.
Zaynab, previously known as Olori Wuraola, was formerly married to the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Ojaja II. Their traditional marriage, conducted in March 2016, ended in 2017 after about 17 months.
“I want to tell the world that I still love Mr. George Akume”— Regina Akume
Mrs. Regina Akume, in a birthday prayer for her husband, the lawmaker asked God to grant him long life, sound health, and wisdom, while calling on him to remember his Christian foundation.
“I pray that the Lord will increase his years, grant him good health of mind and body, and give him clarity in thinking and doing things rightly,” she said.
Mrs. Akume further emphasized that Christianity played a central role in her husband’s rise to prominence, cautioning against abandoning the faith.
Again Mrs. Akume publicly reaffirmed her love, loyalty, and marital commitment to her husband, declaring unequivocally that she has no other husband.
She made this latest declaration in a now-viral video recorded during a New Year’s Mass, where she addressed congregants in an emotional yet resolute tone, insisting that her family remains united despite public commentary and speculation.
“I want to tell the world that I still love Mr. George Akume. He is my husband,” she said, gesturing towards members of her family seated in the congregation.
“That is his son sitting there, and that is also his daughter,” she added, calling their names as worshippers watched attentively.
Dismissing public narratives surrounding her marriage, Mrs. Akume spoke firmly:
“That is my man and that is my husband. I have no other husband but him. I do not care what the world says,” a statement that drew loud applause from the congregation.
Beyond addressing marital issues, she also shared a personal testimony, recounting a recent medical challenge which she described as a severe test of her faith and endurance.
According to her, she experienced divine healing and has since fully recovered.
“I thank God for granting me healing and making me healthy again,” she said.
Reaffirming her Christian faith, Mrs. Akume declared God’s supremacy and unmatched power, stressing that no earthly authority compares to divine sovereignty.
“He is the Almighty Father. There is none like Him, and there is no power above His power,” she said.
She further underscored core Christian beliefs on redemption, noting that no sacrifice compares to that of Jesus Christ.
“There is no sacrifice anybody can offer that is above the sacrifice of our Lord Jesus on the cross,” she said.
Her remarks come amid heightened public interest in the Akume family, following reports and discussions in political and social circles over the SGF’s personal life, including claims that he has taken another wife, an issue that has continued to fuel debate both online and offline.
