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Kenyan musician Bahati has made a heartwarming and surprising gesture by officially paying the dowry for his wife, Diana Marua, after seven years of marriage.<\/p>\n

Bahati took to his Instagram to share the news with his fans and followers, expressing his excitement about formalizing their union just ahead of their official anniversary date on October 20th.<\/p>\n

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“It’s official!!! I have finally done the dowry payment, and our dad Mzee Omach has blessed us to proceed with the wedding arrangements,” Bahati wrote.<\/p>\n

“Diana didn’t expect this, but I was so eager to formalize our marriage before the official anniversary date this coming 20th October\u2026 this was a surprise\u2026 gift no.5 is the best so far, but tomorrow’s gifts 6 & 7 will be proof that she’s the queen of my life.”<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

Bahati and Diana’s love story has been a subject of public interest, and this surprise dowry payment added another touching chapter to their journey.<\/p>\n

The dowry payment, which is a traditional practice in Kenya, is seen as a sign of commitment and respect from the groom’s family to the bride’s family. It is also a way to formalize the marriage and make it legally binding.<\/p>\n

Bahati’s gesture has been praised by many fans and followers, who have commended him for his love and devotion to Diana. It is a reminder that true love still exists and that marriage is a sacred bond.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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