By Jose Oby 
Shade Okoya Opens Up on Her Unapologetic Love Story with Billionaire Husband Razak Okoya
In a world where love is often boxed into age brackets and social expectations, Shade Okoya, wife of Nigerian industrialist and billionaire Chief Razak Okoya, is living proof that true fulfillment follows no template.
At just 21, Shade made headlines when she said “yes” to a man 44 years her senior. Two and a half decades later, the now 48-year-old society queen is setting the record straight: she’s never looked back — and never missed out.
“He is far older than me, but I don’t think I ever missed out on anything because I didn’t marry a younger man.”
In a recent exclusive interview, Shade — graceful, confident, and unapologetically honest — shared rare insights into the relationship that has captivated the public since 1999. While many raised eyebrows at their age difference, she saw purpose, peace, and a partner.
“God said this is where I will be. We met each other, and he liked me — and he did not waste time at all. He has been very generous with me and defends me anywhere.”
Over the years, she has blossomed not only as a wife but also as a formidable figure in Nigeria’s high society and business scene. Her poise, fashion elegance, and quiet strength have earned her admiration beyond the boardroom and ballroom.
Despite the whispers, speculations, and societal expectations, Shade Okoya remains unshaken — basking in a marriage she describes as deeply fulfilling, rewarding, and divinely destined.
While critics may have questioned her decision, Shade Okoya stands today not just as a billionaire’s wife, but as a woman who chose her own path — and flourished on it. In an age of curated lives and fleeting connections, her story is a powerful reminder: authentic love may not always look conventional, but it will always feel right.