Nigerian Socialite Jamiu Who Married 2 Wives on the Same Day Dies, Tributes Pour In

MC Ajina announced the death of Nigerian socialite and pharmacist Jamiu on Instagram on Sunday, November 1, 2026Jamiu passed away in the late hours of Friday, October 31, 2026, with the circumstances surrounding his death remaining unclearNigerians who remembered Jamiu for his viral same-day double wedding flooded social media with tributes and varied reactionsPAY ATTENTION: Mark YEN.com.gh as a preferred source, and our content will appear higher in your Google feed!

Nigerian socialite and pharmacist Jamiu, who became a household name after marrying two women on the same day, has died. His passing was confirmed in an Instagram tribute posted by popular master of ceremonies MC Ajina on Sunday, 1 November 2026.

Nigerian socialite Jamiu, who married 2 wives on the same day, dies, as tributes pour in. Image credit: Abdul Mateen, UGC Source: FacebookAccording to the tribute, Jamiu died in the late hours of Friday, 31 October 2026, at Okengwe Ehi.

He was described as a young man of considerable promise whose death came as a shock to those who knew him. No cause of death was disclosed.

Tima Kumkum breaks down over death of 15-year-old Ghanaian boy Javits Frimpong

MC Ajina used his platform to mourn the loss, offering heartfelt words about the young man's character and the grief his passing has brought to family and friends alike.

The MC also reflected on the brevity of life, noting that the socialite had many goals he had not yet had the chance to pursue.

News of Jamiu's death quickly spread online, reigniting memories of the wedding video that had gone viral months earlier.

Many Nigerians who recalled the unusual ceremony took to social media to share their thoughts, with responses ranging from heartfelt condolences to pointed remarks about his choice to marry two women simultaneously.

Popular streamer Komanche dies at 30 as manager breaks silence on tragic loss, final post emerges

The Instagram post announcing the death of Jamiu is below.

Earlier, YEN.com.gh reported on Namibian Afrobeat musician Nally Simson, who died aged 33 in a head-on collision that killed seven people on the Okahao-Oshakati main road.

His brother confirmed the singer’s death and asked the public to respect the family’s privacy as it grieves. Simson’s sudden loss has prompted renewed concern about road safety on the route.

Don't miss out! Get your daily dose of sports news straight to your phone. Join YEN's Sports News channel on WhatsApp now!

Grace Asare (Entertainment Editor) Grace Appiah Asare is an Entertainment Editor at YEN.com.gh. She holds a bachelor’s degree. She has more than five years of experience as a journalist and has worked with Scooper News and Opera News, where she produced engaging news content focusing on entertainment and politics. Grace also offered volunteer services at Tales of Africa, where she produced several articles highlighting African talents. She joined yen.com.gh in 2026. Contact: grace.asare@yen.com.gh