Nollywood actor Chinedu Ikedieze, known as Aki, has subtly confirmed his separation from his wife, Nneoma Nwaijah, whom he married in 2011.
The traditional marriage of Aki and Nneoma took place on November 26, 2011 at Obolo, Isiala Mbano, Imo State.
Their white wedding took place on December 9, 2011 at the Redeemed Christian Church of God – Abundant Grace Parish in Ogba, Lagos.
A star-studded guest list at the wedding included actors like Osita Iheme aka Pawpaw, Uche Jombo, Rita Dominic, Mercy Johnson, Genevieve Nnaji, Monalisa Chinda, Susan Peters and others.
Aki and his ex-wife, Nneoma Nwaijah, on their wedding day in 2011.
Aki met Nneoma on the set of a film in Lagos, where she was working as a costume designer and he was the lead actor.
On Tuesday, the 46-year-old actor announced his split from Nneoma and revealed that he is now married to Stephanie Promise, with whom he recently had a son.
He made the revelation on Instagram while celebrating Promise's birthday and revealed that they have other children together.
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Aki said: “My world, my love. On this particular day, I want to celebrate not only your birthday but also the amazing journey we have been on together. You have blessed our lives with two beautiful little girls who light up our world and now, we have been blessed with a precious baby boy.
“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 is unparalleled, and I am endlessly grateful for the life we are building together.”
However, he did not reveal when his first marriage ended or when he entered into his second one.
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The Abia-born actor described her as his partner, best friend and the love of his life.
“As we welcome our son, Chidubem Ivan Chinedu Ikedieze (Cici) into this world, I am reminded of the boundless love and joy you bring into my life. On this very special birthday, I hope you feel the immense tenderness and appreciation that surrounds you, the unbreakable bond and love that radiates from within.
“Happy birthday, my love, my angel. May you have many more years of laughter, love and beautiful memories. Happy birthday to my soulmate, Stephanie Promise,” she wrote.
Stephanie Promise and Nollywood actor Chinedu Ikedieze, known as Aki Privacy
In August 2023, Aki, who made her Nollywood debut in 2000, opened up about her decision to keep her family life private during an interview with media personality Chude Jideonwo.
The actor, who rose to fame alongside Osita Iheme in 'Aki na Ukwa', said he avoids flaunting his wife and children on social media to protect his privacy.
He explained his wish for his wife and children to have an everyday life without the pressure of social media attention.
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He said: “I have children, but I decided to put them aside because I am the celebrity, they are not. I want them to be free because the moment everyone knows about them, it will affect them, and I don’t want that. That’s why I hide them, even my wife, apart from our wedding announcement that I made, so that she can go to the market, do everything else without much heat.”
Since his debut, the actor has racked up credits in films such as Lagos Boys, Charge & Bail, Back from America, I'm in Love Gabriel, Local Champion, Akpu-Nku, Nwa Teacher and more.
Aki and his ex-wife, Nneoma Nwaijah