“I Once Tried to Hook You Up With My Richer Friend” — Egungun of Lagos Pens Emotional Birthday Tribute to Wife

Popular content creator Egungun of Lagos has left fans emotional and inspired after revealing that a decade ago, he almost connected his now-wife with a richer friend because he felt unworthy of her. He made the confession in a heartfelt birthday tribute on Monday, July 1, 2025, as she marked another year.

In the viral post shared across his social media handles, Egungun described the moment as a reflection of how far they’ve come together as a couple, building a life rooted in love, sacrifice, and mutual growth. “Ten years ago, I wanted to link you up with my friend wey get money pass me because I no believe say I fit handle your level,” he wrote.

The Instagram influencer, known for flaunting luxury lifestyles and conducting street interviews, praised his wife for choosing to stay with him despite his modest status at the time. He credited her for being the rock behind his transformation from an unknown hustler to a household name in Nigerian social media.

While sharing loved-up throwback pictures of their early days together, he recounted how she stood by him through the storms and cheered him on during moments when he had almost given up. “You saw the vision before it became reality. You loved me even when I had nothing. You’re my biggest flex today,” Egungun added.

The post has since sparked an outpouring of admiration from fans and fellow influencers, many of whom hailed the couple for redefining loyalty in relationships. It also sparked conversations on X (formerly Twitter) about how women who believe in their men’s potential are often the biggest game-changers.

The birthday message wasn’t just words—Egungun also surprised her with a private dinner and hinted at a major gift announcement later this week, which fans speculate could be a car or vacation trip. The couple’s journey has become a symbol of modern-day partnership goals and authentic love in a digitally driven world.

This latest gesture from Egungun comes amid a wave of renewed appreciation for enduring relationships in Nigeria’s entertainment scene, where headlines are often filled with messy breakups and cheating scandals. For many, the tribute served as a refreshing reminder that true love—and success stories—still exist.