In a groundbreaking celebration of love and creativity, Nollywood actor Shawn Faqua and event planner Sharon Ifunanya Maduekwe have officially tied the knot in what is now being described as Nigeria’s first-ever wedding ceremony aboard a moving train.
The beautiful and unconventional event took place on the Lagos–Ibadan train route, marking a new milestone in Nigeria’s wedding culture.
The couple transformed the train’s coaches into an elegant, mobile wedding venue, complete with stunning floral decorations, bridesmaids, groomsmen, and officiating ministers who conducted the ceremony as the train glided across the tracks.
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Guests were treated to a unique experience, a blend of romance, motion, and scenery that turned the journey into a symbolic reflection of love’s adventure.
In a celebratory post, the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) acknowledged the historic occasion and applauded the couple’s originality. The NRC wrote:
“From lovebirds to locomotives, we’re keeping things on track. History made, the first-ever wedding on a moving train in Nigeria. Proof that the journey can be just as beautiful as the destination.”
The message, accompanied by photos and clips from the event, quickly went viral across social media platforms, sparking excitement and admiration from Nigerians nationwide.
Many praised the couple for breaking tradition and bringing a refreshing twist to Nigerian weddings, often known for grandeur and creativity.
Guests on board described the ceremony as intimate and heartfelt, noting that the setting offered a rare sense of closeness and movement that made the celebration unforgettable.
Only close family members, friends, and industry colleagues were in attendance, creating a cozy and private atmosphere that allowed everyone to fully enjoy the moment.
Videos from the event showed Shawn Faqua, known for his roles in Lara and the Beat, Oloture, and A Sunday Affair, beaming with joy as he exchanged vows with his bride, Sharon Maduekwe, who looked radiant in a chic white gown.
The train, elegantly decorated with flowers and ribbons, served as both venue and symbol, a representation of love in motion and the start of a lifelong journey together.
The train wedding has also sparked conversations about new possibilities for destination events in Nigeria. With the NRC’s involvement and endorsement, some event planners are already predicting that train weddings could become a trend, especially for couples seeking unique, adventurous, and Instagram-worthy ceremonies.
For Shawn and Sharon, the ceremony wasn’t just about setting a record, it was a celebration of love, creativity, and partnership.
As they begin their journey as husband and wife, their story now serves as inspiration to others: a reminder that love knows no bounds, not even the railway tracks.
The couple’s union stands as a testament to innovation in Nigerian wedding culture, showing that when love is genuine and imaginative, even the most ordinary places, like a moving train, can become the perfect stage for an extraordinary love story.
