“We Got Married Against our Parents' Wishes”: Atiku Congratulates Wife On Her 75th Birthday

• The PDP presidential candidate in 2023, Atiku Abubakar, has congratulated his wife, Titi, as she turns 75
• Atiku said Titi has been a blessing beyond measure to him and their family for over 50 years
• The former vice president narrated how they got married against their parents' wishes in the most daring way.

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FCT, Abuja - Former vice president, Atiku Abubakar, has congratulated his first wife, Titi on her 75th birthday anniversary.

Atiku said he got married to Titi against their parents' wishes in the most daring way.

According to the PDP presidential candidate in 2023, there were no family members but only two friends.

He made this known via his X handle @atiku on Saturday, June 14, 2025.

"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."

Nigerians react to Atiku and Titi's marriage story

@chemy393

I don’t really understand this message, are you saying children should marry without their parents' consent? How would you like it if your children marry without your consent? Just stick to the fact your marriage worked and stop encouraging rebellion against parents!

@Yusuph____

so what are you suggesting here? That we should go against our parents’ will too? lmao. This just gives me even more reason why you haven’t won the election yet, and you never will insha’allah.

@Baffffa

Happy birthday, May she have a long life and prosperity, can’t wait to see her shoulder to shoulder with you on swearing day for the president of the Federal Republic of Nigeria 🇳🇬🤍.

@atiku_mission

Over 50 years of love, partnership, and resilience. Atiku and Titi’s journey isn’t just a personal story, it’s a reflection of the patience, loyalty, and quiet strength Nigeria needs. Happy 75th, Mummy Titi. Your grace has shaped generations. 🕊️❤️

@Ebyscoltd

Wait o, So Atiku is more than 75yrs and he still wanna rule 9ia

@Olubanki

I want to hear Tinubu's marriage story

You can't keep Atiku as side chick

Atiku Abubakar’s media adviser, Paul Ibe, issued a scathing rebuke to Reno Omokri, accusing him of political double-dealing between Atiku and President Bola Tinubu.

In a lengthy post on X, Ibe described Omokri as a disloyal opportunist, accusing him of hypocrisy.

The tirade was in response to Omokri’s earlier claim of a phone conversation with Atiku, which Ibe dismissed as part of Omokri’s political manoeuvres.

Source: Legit.ng