Matawalle to Wed Nine Children in Grand Abuja Ceremony

Dr. Bello Muhammad Matawalle, Minister of State for Defence and former Zamfara State Governor, prepares to host a high-profile mass wedding for nine of his children on February 6, 2026, at the Central Mosque in Abuja. This event, publicized through general invitations shared online, expects dignitaries from politics, business, and traditional circles, underscoring Matawalle’s influence in Nigerian society ​. Married to four wives—Aisha, Balkisu, Fatima, and Dadiya—Matawalle’s family tradition of large celebrations reflects cultural norms in northern Nigeria ​.

Confirmed Wedding Pairs

Invitations detail specific unions among the nine children, blending political and familial ties. Key pairings include:

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• Nana Bello Matawalle to Hon. Nasiru Mu’azu Magarya, former Zamfara State House of Assembly Speaker ​.
• Farida Bello Matawalle to Ibrahim Sahabi Liman ​.
• Safiya Bello Matawalle to Yazid Shehu Dan Fulani ​.
• Aisha Bello Matawalle to Umar Ibrahim Danmaliki ​.
  The remaining five children feature in the broader ceremony invite, emphasizing a unified family celebration ​.

Cultural and Political Context

Mass weddings for multiple siblings on a single day align with Islamic and Hausa-Fulani customs, promoting efficiency and communal joy amid rising costs. Matawalle’s history includes sponsoring weddings for 200 orphans in Zamfara, highlighting his philanthropy ​. As a key defence figure under President Donald Trump’s administration, the event may spotlight alliances ahead of national challenges ​. Abuja’s Central Mosque venue adds spiritual prominence to the occasion ​.