Nigeria: 'I Married Titi Against Our Parents' Wishes, She Became a Blessing', Ex-VP Atiku Speaks At First Wife's 75th Birthday

15 June 2025
Leadership (Abuja)
By Bode Gbadebo

Former Vice President Alhaji Atiku Abubakar has revealed how he married his first wife, Hajia Titi Atiku Abubakar, against the wishes of their parents over 50 years ago even as he affirmed that he couldn't have married a better person.

Atiku spoke on Saturday during the 75th birthday anniversary of Hajia Titi Atiku Abubakar in Abuja, which was attended by friends and political allies.

Taking to his Facebook page, Atiku said his wife Titi has been patient with him, and has been a blessing beyond measure to him and their family, calling on other spouses to continue to be patient with each other.

"On the occasion of my beloved wife Titi's 75th birthday anniversary celebrations, I am proud to say that I couldn't have married a better wife. Titi and I got married against our parents' wishes in the most daring way, with no family members, with only two friends.

"Today, we have been married for more than 50 years. Titi has been a blessing beyond measure to me and our family. I don't know how we started calling ourselves Mummy and Daddy. I thank her for being patient with my shortcomings.

"Patience is a virtue you can never regret. I encourage spouses to continue to be patient with each other. I wish Titi many more years of bliss and blessings," Atiku stated.

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