8. Kanu And Amarachi Nwankwo
Retired Super Eagles star, Kanu Nwankwo and his wife Amarachi got married in December 2004, in Imo State, Nigeria. Kanu and his wife dated for a few years before tying the knot at a star-studded wedding attended by who-is-who in Nigeria’s sports and political circle. They are blessed with three wonderful kids.
9. George And Clar Weah
Former World footballer of the year, George Oppong Weah, and his wife, Clar got married during his active playing career in France in the early 90’s. Clar, in her late 30’s is an astute backer of her husband’s career during his numerous moves from club to club, and his foray in to the world of politics. George, reputed to be one of the most successful footballer in the world, won three top awards, African Footballer of the year, European Footballer of the year, FIFA World Footballer of the Year, all in the year 1995. After retirement from active soccer, he contested in the presidential election of his native country, Liberia in 2005 losing to current president, Ellen Johnson Sirleaf in a keenly contested election. They are blessed with four children.
10. MICHAEL ESSIEN AND AKOSUA PUNI
Michael Essien and Akosua Puni started dating right after things were over between him and Nadia Buari. Puni who was Essien’s PR, is now rumored to be secretly married to the Chelsea Star. Essien and Akosua Puni are expecting their third child.
