Sometime in 2014 in the bustling city of Lagos, we both attended the International Youth Convention at Christian Pentecostal Mission International is where our paths first crossed (I remember my mum putting me in a keke to meet the bus in church before they left for Lagos like it was yesterday, she always supported her daughter journeys to church camp meetings and conventions, connecting with like minds and seeking Christ, but this time around even my mum and I didn't know I was going to find a life partner). It was during the youth convention that hearts were open, spirits were high, and faith brought people together. I was drawn to the energy of the event, the sense of community, and, most unexpectedly, to a remarkable young woman named Ebube (it was the tease Chiemela and his friends were making that caught my attention, calling my youth president a state cordinator because of his tummy size :)). From the moment I saw her, I felt a connection that was hard to explain. Ebube’s warmth and genuine nature stood out in the crowd. We were introduced through the argumentative atmosphere of youth presentations session going on the stage at that time, and as we engage in conversations, then I realised how much we had in common. What started as casual conversations during breaks between sessions soon blossomed into a strong friendship. We laughed, shared stories, and found solace in each other's company. The years rolled by, and our friendship only deepened with the distance between us. I guess you never knew we were really far from each other (Chiemela will always call from time to time to say hi, a friend so far away but always check in to just gist about life). Ebube became a constant in my life, a confidant, a source of encouragement, and someone I could always count on. Despite the distance between us, with me in Kaduna and her in Benin, our bond remained unshakeable but shaken. We were close, but something told me that our relationship was meant to be more than just friends (when he mentioned online of being more than friends in 2017, I told him I don't do virtual dating, even though I wanted also to be more than friends). In 2018, after years of building a solid foundation, I knew it was time to take a bold step. I wanted Ebube to understand the depth of my feelings and the seriousness of my intentions. So, I did something that surprised even myself. Guy I travelled all the way from Minna to Benin. At the time, I was still in school, and I was determined to ask her to be more than just a friend. It was a journey filled with hope, anticipation, and a bit of nervousness. When I arrived, I made my intentions clear to Ebube. I wanted her to know that I was serious about us and that I saw a future with her. I still remember the moment she smiled and agreed that it was as if the world had fallen into place (a bold step indeed, what if I had turned him down :), it is the confidence for me). From that day on, our relationship took on a new meaning. We navigated the ups and downs of life together, always holding on to the love and respect we had for each other. Our bond grew stronger, and with each passing day, I became more certain that Ebube was the one I wanted to spend the rest of my life with (at the onset, I already saw a life with him, a life partner). We knew our relationship was going to last a long time after multiple conversation about life perspectives and having nearly the same approach to life and spirituality (we share the same reverence and love for God, my first desire in a man ticked good) . We adore our relationship because we agreed to be partners and to support each other from the start. A relationship based on God's word. We brought friendship from a long distance to an inseparable partner for life, and now we are progressing into the inseparable union of becoming one.