“Romance On Rails! Shawn Faqua Weds In Nigeria’s First-Ever Moving Train Ceremony”

According to Ireporter Online, Nollywood star Shawn Faqua has made history as he and his partner, event planner Sharon Ifunanya Maduekwe, became the first couple in Nigeria to exchange vows aboard a moving train.

The newlyweds, who recently announced their engagement, held their wedding ceremony on the Lagos–Ibadan train, creating a spectacle that has since captured the attention of social media users nationwide. The event, described as both intimate and innovative, was attended by close family members, friends, and colleagues from the entertainment industry.

Videos shared by the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) on showcased the train’s transformation into a breathtaking wedding venue. The coaches were elegantly adorned with flowers, while bridesmaids, groomsmen, and officiating ministers took their places as the ceremony rolled along the tracks.

In a celebratory post, the NRC praised the couple for their creativity, stating, “From lovebirds to locomotives, we’re keeping things on track. History made—the first-ever wedding on a moving train in Nigeria. Proof that the journey can be just as beautiful as the destination.”

The groundbreaking ceremony has sparked widespread admiration online, with Nigerians applauding the couple’s originality and vision. Many described the event as a refreshing break from conventional wedding settings.

One user wrote, “Beautiful people in a beautiful setting. The ladies’ dressing is so decent and elegant. Happy married life to the couple.” Another commented humorously, “Now I’ve found the perfect idea for my own wedding—less crowd, less stress, and no feeding the entire community.”

Others commended the couple for promoting the Nigerian Railway Corporation in such a unique way. “Absolutely awesome. Congratulations to the couple and to NRC,” a user remarked.