Former Nigerian Vice President, Atiku Abubakar gave away his daughter, Laila Atiku, in marriage to Saleh Maitala on Friday in Abuja.
The marriage ceremony was held at the National Mosque in Abuja, as top officials, leaders and other dignitaries graced the occasion including APC National Chairman, Abdullahi Ganduje, former Head of State, Gen. Abdulsalami Abubakar; former governor of Jigawa, Sule Lamido; and acting National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Ambassador Iliya Damagum.
“The joy of giving away a daughter in marriage supported by family and friends is priceless.
“I wish Laila and her husband, Saleh Maitala, a blessed marriage. My gratitude also goes to all the dignitaries, associates, and friends who honoured my family with their presence at the wedding Fatiha in Abuja today.” Atiku wrote on Twitter.