Former Minister of Aviation, Chief Femi Fani-Kayode, has tied the knot once again—this time with a 29-year-old fashion and interior designer named Adaugo, marking his third known marriage in recent years. The traditional wedding ceremony reportedly took place quietly in Abia State, the bride’s home region, and close associates describe it as “intimate but elegant.”
Adaugo’s entrance into the Fani-Kayode household comes just a year after the APC chieftain publicly reconciled with his estranged wife, Precious Chikwendu. While many speculated the former couple was rekindling their union, sources close to the family say Fani-Kayode had already been committed to Adaugo for over two years, long before the public reconciliation.
Friends of the newlyweds say that Adaugo, described as calm, deeply religious, and fiercely private, has brought an atmosphere of peace and emotional stability to the politician’s home. According to one insider, “Adaugo is not interested in the limelight. She’s focused on her craft and keeping her home in harmony.”
At 29, Adaugo is 36 years younger than Fani-Kayode, who was born in 1960. Despite the age gap, observers say the couple appears bonded by mutual respect and shared faith. Adaugo is known to be a devout Pentecostal Christian and has reportedly influenced the spiritual atmosphere in their home with her quiet devotion.
Professionally, she runs a successful interior design and fashion business in the South-East, with clientele ranging from high-net-worth individuals to luxury boutiques. Her rise in the design world, although under the radar, has been consistent and fueled by word-of-mouth praise from clients who value discretion and taste.
The wedding has sparked a fresh wave of social media buzz, with Nigerians debating everything from the age gap to the minister’s repeated trips down the aisle. While some criticize the frequency of his romantic transitions, others say it’s a personal journey—and this time, he may have found balance.
Though Fani-Kayode has yet to release an official statement, his close allies confirm that the relationship is deeply rooted and long-planned. “He is genuinely in love and very protective of her,” said a family friend. “This union is different. Adaugo has changed the atmosphere around him—and that says everything.”
