Lagos, Nigeria – October 17, 2025 – Nollywood’s sisterhood is shining brighter than ever as actress Nuella Njubigbo showered heartfelt congratulations on her close colleague Eve Esin for a milestone double celebration: turning a year older and gearing up to say “I do” in a fairy-tale wedding set for this weekend in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State.
In an emotional Instagram post that’s racked up thousands of likes and shares, Njubigbo, 37, gushed over the “double celebration for my girl,” capturing the essence of Esin’s joyous overlap of personal triumphs. “I am so excited I can barely put words together,” Njubigbo wrote alongside a carousel of stunning photos from Esin’s pre-wedding shoot, where the bride-to-be radiates in a flowing white gown against a sunset beach backdrop. “Happy birthday to the queen who’s about to become Mrs. [Partner’s Last Name – kept private]. You’ve been a light in our industry, and now you’re stepping into forever. Love you endlessly!” The post, timestamped early Friday, has sparked a wave of virtual cheers from fans and fellow stars, turning Esin’s special day into a full-blown social media fest.
Esin, 37, known for her captivating roles in films like My Wife’s Husband and The Widower, dropped jaws on Thursday evening by unveiling her pre-wedding photos, teasing the intimate ceremony without revealing her partner’s full identity—fueling speculation about the low-key groom who’s reportedly a tech entrepreneur from the South-South region. “It’s about to be a movie,” Esin captioned her own post, a nod to her cinematic roots, complete with clips of her fittings and bridal prep that scream elegance and excitement. Sources close to the actress confirm the wedding will be a destination affair for 150 guests, blending traditional Igbo rites with modern vibes, and featuring performances from up-and-coming Afrobeats artists.
Njubigbo, fresh off touching down in Uyo to stand as a bridesmaid, shared a quick airport reel en route, hyping the event as “the wedding of the year in Nollywood circles.” Her arrival underscores the duo’s decade-long bond, forged on sets and strengthened through industry highs and lows—Njubigbo even starred alongside Esin in the 2025 romantic drama Salaka: A Prince in Love. “Eve’s not just a colleague; she’s family. This double win? It’s proof that good hearts get the happy endings they deserve,” Njubigbo told reporters via DM, dismissing any pre-wedding jitters with a laugh.
The celebrations haven’t been without a whisper of drama, however. A faceless Instagram blogger stirred the pot late Thursday, alleging Esin’s romance “crashed” a prior marriage, claiming her fiancé abandoned a young family for the actress. Esin swiftly clapped back in a now-deleted story, calling it “stray bullet nonsense” and urging focus on the love story at hand. Supporters, including Esin’s inner circle, have rallied with messages of “ignore the haters—shine on,” while Njubigbo subtly shaded the rumors by reposting a meme about “jealousy in the bridal lane.”
Fellow Nollywood heavyweights couldn’t resist joining the love-in. Mercy Johnson-Okojie commented fire emojis and a “Slay queen forever!” while Ini Edo dropped, “Double dose of blessings—may your home be filled with joy.” On X, the hashtags #EveEsinWedding and #DoubleCelebration are buzzing, with users sharing throwback clips of Esin’s rom-com scenes and debating guest lists. One viral thread quipped, “From on-screen kisses to real-life vows—Nollywood’s scriptwriters are jealous today.”
As Esin steps into this new chapter—post-divorce from her 2022 split and amid a career resurgence with three upcoming projects—the timing feels poetic. “Turning older while tying the knot? It’s God’s perfect timing,” she reflected in a pre-recorded video message to fans. For Njubigbo, a mother of two who’s navigated her own post-divorce glow-up since 2021, the moment hits close to home. “Seeing Eve this happy? It reminds me that love rebounds stronger,” she added.
With Uyo abuzz and the industry on standby for exclusive snaps, this double delight is set to dominate feeds all weekend. Congrats, Eve—may your birthday candles light the path to marital bliss.
NigeriaWire Entertainment Desk. Photos courtesy of Instagram.