Big Brother Naija former housemate Cross Okonkwo has shared the sweet moment his wife surprised him on his 36th birthday.
The actor, who turned a year older a day earlier, shared on Instagram and Twitter a video of his wife’s grand birthday surprise.
His wife had decorated their home with balloons and flowers, and treated him to a dinner and surprise gifts.
An overwhelmed Cross questioned if that’s how married people are enjoying. He noted that this is his first birthday as a husband, and he feels that the best is yet to come.
“So na so married people dey enjoy like this? If I say I know I for don marry since I.
First birthday as a husband and I feel like the best is yet to come.
Thanks baby, you are a joy to my world”.
Kemi Filani reported on February 23rd that the couple held their court wedding.
Following his court wedding, the reality star shared photos, expressing gratitude to his Maker. He presented himself and his wife to the world as Mr and Mrs Okonkwo.
On April 25th, they walked down the aisle in the presence of their family and friends. The lovebirds tied the knot in Abuja with popular clergyman, Pastor Jerry Eze, officiating their wedding.
The likes of Erica Nlewedim, Liquorose, Beauty Tukura, Niyi, White Money, and others were on groomsmen duties. Also spotted at the ceremony were Queen Mercy, Boma, Neo Akpofure, Maria and others.
The couple made their first public appearance at the Foundation Business Grant Award Ceremony for Pastor Jerry Eze. In a viral clip, the newlyweds were captured on the podium as they paid their respects to the clergyman and his wife.
Refreshing your memory, in October, 2025, the reality star proposed to the love of his life, Chinonso. Videos from the proposal made rounds online where the reality star was captured on his knees as he proposed to his woman, who said yes.
In another post, he promised to love her “today, tomorrow, and forever.” The reality star expressed gratitude to his Maker for the beautiful gift He has given him and welcomed his women to his world.