Nigerian Army Arrests Two Soldiers Over Peller, Jarvis Wedding Deployment

The high-profile wedding, which took place on August 1, 2026, in Lekki, Lagos State, attracted widespread attention after videos from the event surfaced online showing individuals dressed in military uniforms providing security support and controlling access around parts of the venue.

The development sparked public reactions, with many Nigerians questioning the presence of military personnel at a private celebrity event.

Following intelligence gathered on the incident, the Nigerian Army reportedly arrested two personnel on Tuesday morning as investigations commenced into their alleged involvement.

The arrested soldiers were identified as Private Onasanya Ifeoluwa of the 81 Division Medical Services and Hospital (81DMSH) and Private Ukpai Onyinyechi, also attached to the same unit in Obalende, Lagos.

A source familiar with the matter disclosed that the arrests were made after credible information linked the soldiers to an alleged illegal deployment during the wedding ceremony.

The source added that preliminary investigations are ongoing to determine the extent of their involvement and identify any other personnel connected to the incident.

The controversy began after several videos from the event circulated widely on social media, showing uniformed military personnel assisting with security duties at the ceremony.

One of the viral clips reportedly showed a soldier escorting TikTok personality Ivanna through the crowded venue, a development that generated criticism and raised concerns over the alleged use of military personnel for private functions.

The Nigerian Army is expected to provide further updates as investigations into the matter continue.