Reported by Simon Daniel Yusuph l Journalist at Weng Global
Nigerian singer and songwriter Damilola Afolabi, popularly known as L.A.X, and his wife, Ella, have held their Nikkah ceremony, formalising their marriage under Islamic law following their civil wedding in Malta in September 2026.
The ceremony, reported on Friday, October 30, marks another milestone in the couple’s relationship after their engagement earlier in the year, traditional wedding in Nigeria and subsequent civil marriage in Europe.
The development has attracted attention among fans of the singer, whose music career spans more than a decade and includes collaborations with prominent Nigerian artistes.
L.A.X, known for songs such as Caro, Ginger and PEPE, has maintained a presence in Nigeria’s Afrobeats scene through his solo releases and record label, Rasaki Music.
The Nikkah ceremony adds a significant religious dimension to the couple’s wedding celebrations, bringing together their personal commitment and the Islamic tradition of marriage.
L.A.X and Ella Complete Another Stage of Their Wedding Celebrations
Reports published by TheCable Lifestyle on October 30 confirmed that L.A.X and Ella had held their Nikkah ceremony.
The event followed their civil wedding in Malta, which the singer announced publicly in September through photographs shared on social media.
At the time, L.A.X expressed his happiness about marrying his partner, describing Malta as a special destination for the couple.
Their civil wedding took place in Naxxar, Malta, and was attended by family members and friends, according to earlier entertainment reports.
The couple had also celebrated their relationship through a traditional wedding ceremony in Nigeria in June 2026, according to QED.NG.
Their wedding celebrations have therefore taken place across different settings, reflecting civil, traditional and Islamic marriage traditions.
While each ceremony has its own significance, the Nikkah is particularly important within the Islamic faith because it establishes the marriage contract in accordance with Islamic principles.
The latest ceremony has consequently become a notable development in the singer’s personal life, attracting attention from entertainment followers and social media users.
What Is a Nikkah in Islamic Marriage?
A Nikkah is the Islamic marriage contract through which a couple enters a recognised marital union under Islamic law.
The ceremony generally involves the agreement of the prospective spouses, the fulfilment of applicable marriage requirements and the presence of witnesses. The precise arrangements can vary according to religious interpretation, local practice and the circumstances of the couple.
The agreement may also involve mahr, a marriage gift agreed upon for the bride as part of the Islamic marriage arrangement.
Depending on the community and the family’s preferences, a Nikkah may include prayers, religious guidance and the participation of family members and community representatives.
For many Muslim couples, the ceremony represents a significant religious commitment in addition to the legal and social dimensions of marriage.
In the case of L.A.X and Ella, the Nikkah followed their civil wedding in Malta.
The sequence highlights how couples may celebrate their marriage through more than one ceremony, particularly when they wish to recognise religious, cultural and civil traditions.
However, the exact legal implications of each ceremony depend on the relevant jurisdiction and the circumstances of the marriage.
The Nikkah should therefore be understood primarily as the Islamic marriage ceremony, rather than automatically being treated as a separate civil marriage registration.
From January Engagement to Marriage
L.A.X and Ella’s marriage followed an engagement announced in January 2026.
Entertainment reports published at the time stated that the singer proposed to Ella on January 16, sharing a video of the occasion on social media.
The proposal marked a new stage in their relationship before the couple proceeded with their wedding celebrations later in the year.
Their traditional wedding in Nigeria followed in June, according to earlier reporting, before they travelled to Malta for their civil ceremony in September.
The Nikkah held in October represents another milestone in that sequence.
Although the couple have shared aspects of their relationship publicly, they have not necessarily disclosed every detail of their private lives. The available reports primarily establish the timing of their engagement and the subsequent wedding ceremonies.
The development has nevertheless drawn interest from fans who have followed the singer’s career and personal announcements.
For many public figures, major personal milestones become part of the wider public conversation because of their established relationship with audiences through music, interviews and social media.
L.A.X’s wedding celebrations have followed that pattern, with reports and photographs generating interest beyond his usual music releases.
Who Is L.A.X?
L.A.X, whose full name is Damilola Afolabi, is a Nigerian singer and songwriter who rose to prominence through his involvement in the country’s contemporary popular music scene.
He gained widespread recognition in 2013 following the release of Caro, a collaboration with Wizkid associated with the Starboy Entertainment period.
The song helped introduce L.A.X to a broader audience and became an important early milestone in his career.
He later collaborated with Wizkid on Ginger, further strengthening his profile among listeners of Nigerian Afrobeats.
Over time, L.A.X developed his own musical identity, releasing songs that draw on Afrobeats and related contemporary African music styles.
He also established Rasaki Music, his record label, through which he has pursued his artistic and business interests.
His career reflects a wider pattern within Nigeria’s music industry, where artistes increasingly combine recording, performance, entrepreneurship and independent brand development.
Nigerian music has continued to reach audiences across Africa and international markets, with artistes building fan bases through streaming platforms, live performances and digital distribution.
L.A.X’s career forms part of that broader development, although the Nikkah ceremony is a personal milestone rather than a professional music announcement.
Why the Wedding Has Attracted Public Attention
Celebrity weddings often generate interest because they offer audiences a glimpse into important moments in the lives of familiar public figures.
For musicians, whose professional identities are closely associated with public performance and social media, personal announcements can also become widely discussed entertainment stories.
L.A.X’s engagement and wedding celebrations have attracted attention partly because fans have followed his career since his breakthrough collaboration with Wizkid.
The ceremonies have also involved different locations and traditions, from the couple’s traditional wedding in Nigeria to their civil ceremony in Malta and the subsequent Nikkah.
That combination provides a broader cultural dimension to the story.
Nigeria is home to diverse religious and cultural communities, and wedding celebrations can reflect different combinations of family traditions, religious commitments and civil requirements.
For Muslim couples, the Nikkah can be especially meaningful because it recognises the religious responsibilities associated with marriage.
Nevertheless, the details of an individual couple’s ceremony should not be generalised to all Muslim marriages. Practices differ between families and communities, even when they share the same fundamental religious framework.
In L.A.X and Ella’s case, the available reporting confirms that the couple held the Nikkah following their civil wedding. Further claims about private arrangements, family decisions or the personal significance of particular rituals would require additional confirmation.
A Personal Milestone Beyond the Music Industry
The Nikkah marks a personal development for L.A.X at a time when he continues to maintain his profile in Nigeria’s entertainment industry.
For fans, the news provides an update on the singer’s life outside the recording studio and stage.
However, the ceremony does not, by itself, establish any change in his professional commitments, upcoming releases or business responsibilities.
The singer’s career and marriage remain distinct aspects of his public life unless he or his representatives announce developments connecting them.
As with other celebrity stories, responsible reporting requires separating confirmed personal announcements from speculation about future plans.
The couple’s wedding celebrations have already included several ceremonies, but any additional event or announcement should be reported only when confirmed by the couple or a credible source.
For now, the central development is the completion of the Nikkah ceremony after the couple’s civil wedding in Malta.
What Happens Next?
L.A.X and Ella’s Nikkah ceremony represents another stage in their wedding celebrations, following their engagement in January, traditional wedding in Nigeria in June and civil wedding in Malta in September 2026.
As of October 30, reports have confirmed that the couple held the Islamic marriage ceremony.
No additional wedding event or change to the singer’s professional schedule is included in the information independently verified for this report.
The couple may choose to share further photographs or details through their social media platforms, but any future announcement should be distinguished from speculation.
For L.A.X, the ceremony adds a personal milestone to a career built through music, collaborations and entrepreneurial activity.
For fans, it offers another update on the singer’s life beyond his professional work.
Weng Global will continue to distinguish confirmed developments from unverified claims as further information becomes available.
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Sources
- TheCable Lifestyle — Report on L.A.X and Ella’s Nikkah ceremony, October 30, 2026.
- QED.NG — Report on L.A.X and Ella’s wedding in Malta and their earlier traditional wedding in Nigeria, September 2026.
- BellaNaija — Report on the couple’s civil wedding in Malta, September 17, 2026.
