LAGOS, Nigeria(VOICE OF NAIJA)- Ugandan socialite Zari Hassan has announced the end of her marriage to Shakib Cham, revealing that they decided to part ways after five years together due to irreconcilable differences.
The former couple announced their breakup in a joint statement shared on Instagram on Friday.
According to them, the decision followed careful reflection on their journey together and was reached mutually.
“5 years later, after much thought and reflection, we believe it is best for us to part ways due to irreconcilable differences. While this wasn’t an easy decision, we feel it is the right one for both of us. We appreciate the time we shared, the memories we created, and the support we gave each other,” the statement read.
Despite ending their marriage, the pair stressed that there was no bitterness between them and that they would continue to maintain mutual respect.
“There is no anger or resentment; sometimes, two people simply grow in different directions. We value each other and remain friends with mutual respect and understanding. We sincerely wish each other happiness, success, and all the best for the future,” the statement added.
The announcement quickly sparked reactions across social media, with fans expressing surprise and sharing messages of support for both parties.
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Zari and Shakib publicly confirmed their relationship in May 2022 before tying the knot in a private ceremony in Pretoria, South Africa, in April 2023.
At the time, Zari revealed that Shakib’s family had no objections to their relationship despite their 12-year age difference.
Later that year, the couple held a lavish white wedding that was featured on the popular Netflix reality series Young, Famous & African, giving fans a closer look at their love story.
Although their marriage attracted widespread attention, the couple did not have children together.
Their separation marks the end of one of East Africa’s most talked-about celebrity relationships.
