Ema and Usman’s love story is a beautiful testament to faith, destiny, and God’s divine timing. Both from Edo State, their families have been longtime friends, forging a bond that spans generations. Though life took Ema and Usman in different directions when they were children—Usman moving to the UK and Ema relocating to Canada—they remained linked through Usman’s sister, Tynia, a childhood friend of Ema’s who later studied in Canada.

During Tynia and Ema’s frequent sleepovers in Canada, Usman, who had always harbored a quiet crush on Ema, would call Tynia on Skype from the UK and ask to speak with Ema. With unwavering confidence, he would declare to his sister, “I’m going to marry Ema someday. Years later, fate brought them together when Ema moved to the UK for her master’s degree. Usman seized the chance, reached out, and invited her on a date. Sparks flew, and it didn’t take long for them to fall deeply in love—proving that their connection, like their shared heritage and family ties, was truly meant to be.

Usman’s proposal to Ema was nothing short of magical, set in the tranquil beauty of Mauritius, a destination known for its romance and serenity. He organized this trip to Mauritius in July 2024, with a special surprise planned. On the day of the proposal, Usman arranged for a private dinner on the beach for just the two of them. The intimate setting was breathtaking, with the table elegantly surrounded by candles arranged in the shape of a heart, creating a soft, warm glow against the backdrop of the calm, quiet beach. After enjoying their meal, the waiters brought out a dessert platter covered with a glass dome, leaving Ema still unaware of what was coming. When the glass dome was lifted from the platter, her eyes widened in surprise as Usman revealed the ring box, which was surrounded by chocolate covered strawberries. Usman dropped to one knee, opened the box, and presented the ring to Ema, asking her to be his forever. Ema’s response was a loud “yes!”