Ugandan singer Rema Namakulah has revealed that she had already married her husband, Dr. Hamza Ssebunya, in a private Islamic ceremony before the public introduction event that many fans believed marked the beginning of their union for Rema wedding.
For years, many music fans and followers in Uganda had been waiting to see when Rema would officially exchange vows in what they assumed would be a future wedding ceremony. However, the singer has now clarified that the marriage had already taken place long before many people realized.
Private ceremony held before the 2019 introduction
According to Rema, she and Dr. Hamza first solemnized their marriage through an Islamic ceremony known as Nikkah, which took place in a small and private setting attended by very few people.
She explained that the event was intentionally intimate and involved no more than 20 invited guests.
“I already had the wedding. It was beautiful, but it was attended by very few people, not more than 20,” she said.
This revelation contrasts with what many fans had assumed after the couple held their widely discussed introduction ceremony in 2019. At the time, many believed the event was only a prelude to a larger church or civil wedding that was yet to come.
Why the private wedding mattered
Rema said she deeply appreciated the simplicity and privacy of the ceremony. Unlike celebrity weddings that often attract large crowds, cameras, and extensive media attention, this event allowed the couple to celebrate their commitment in a calm and meaningful environment.
Moreover, she noted that the absence of cameras and public pressure made the moment more special.
“I had a beautiful time. Doing something like that without cameras made me very happy,” she said.
This reflects a growing trend among public figures who choose intimate ceremonies over large-scale public celebrations.
Possibility of a bigger celebration in future
Although the couple is already married, Rema did not rule out the possibility of holding a bigger celebration in the future.
She explained that if the opportunity and desire arise, they may decide to organize another event.
“There may come a time when we want to hold a bigger celebration, and if that happens, we will do it by God’s will,” she added.
This statement has sparked conversation among fans, many of whom now anticipate whether the couple may eventually host a larger ceremony.
Relationship history and family life
Before starting her relationship with Dr. Hamza Ssebunya, Rema was in a high-profile relationship with Ugandan music star Eddy Kenzo.
The two welcomed their first child together in 2014. However, after five years together, news of their separation became public.
Soon after, in 2019, Rema formally entered into marriage with Dr. Hamza. The couple later welcomed a baby girl in 2021.
Now, after seven years together, their relationship continues to attract public interest, especially given their status in Uganda’s entertainment and social scene.
Implications and public reaction
This revelation highlights how celebrity relationships often remain subject to public assumptions and media speculation.
At the same time, it also shows that many public figures increasingly value privacy when it comes to major life decisions such as marriage.
Looking ahead, Rema’s openness about her private wedding may encourage broader conversations around cultural marriage practices, celebrity privacy, and the evolving meaning of public versus private celebrations.