Popular Nigerian singer and songwriter Damilola Afolabi, better known as LAX, has set social media abuzz after proposing to his longtime girlfriend, Ela, in a touching and intimate moment that has warmed the hearts of fans.
Congratulatory messages have continued to pour in across social media platforms following the release of the romantic proposal video, which the singer shared on his official Instagram page.
The clip captures LAX getting down on one knee in a calm, beautifully set environment, radiating love, joy, and positive energy.
Sharing the special moment with fans, the “Gbefun” hitmaker accompanied the video with the caption:
“To loving you forever always 🔐❤️🩹 D & E ♾️”
The proposal has since drawn admiration from fans, colleagues in the music industry, and well-wishers, many of whom praised the simplicity and sincerity of the moment.
Watch the video below:
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Beyond his music career, LAX also comes from a notable background. He is the son of billionaire businessman Taiwo Afolabi, a prominent Nigerian entrepreneur, lawyer, and founder of the SIFAX Group of Companies, a major conglomerate with interests spanning maritime, aviation, logistics, hospitality, and oil and gas.
Taiwo Afolabi is also the owner of the Lagos Marriott Hotel, Ikeja, which he holds through Mac-Folly Hospitality Limited, a subsidiary of the SIFAX Group managed by Marriott International.
LAX, who was formerly signed to Wizkid’s Starboy Entertainment record label, further shared photos from the proposal on his Instagram page. Posting snapshots of the memorable occasion with his fiancée, known on Instagram as @thewallflowerr, the singer wrote:
“The beginning of forever 🌹❤️🩹.”
As the images continue to make rounds online, fans are celebrating not just a proposal, but the start of a new chapter for the singer, with many describing the moment as simple, elegant, and filled with genuine love.
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