Nigerian LGBTQ+ activist ties the knot with American policy advisor and politician

On the evening of October 9, in New York City, Nigerian LGBTQ+ rights activist Michael Ighodaro joined in matrimony with his Armenian American partner, Jirair Ratevosian.

The wedding ceremony brought together notable attendees, including fellow Nigerian LGBTQ+ rights activists Edafe Okporo and Jide Macaulay. Notably, Jirair is a Democratic candidate running in the 2024 California's 30th congressional district election.

The couple had previously announced their engagement in the preceding year.

See more photos and videos from the wedding below