Royal Banquet and Events Center

Welcoming Soirée: A Night in Harlem

The Wedding Celebration

St Benedict the Moor Catholic Church

Ceremony

Cocktail Hour

Dayton Convention Center

Reception

La Residence Njumashua

Farewell Brunch: French Riviera

Our Wedding

Our Story

RING SECURITY OFFICERS:Legend Laka | Neo&nbsp;Tumasang FLOWER GIRL:&nbsp;Naomi-Joan Laka&nbsp;LITTLE BRIDE:&nbsp;Celianne Gese Njumashua&nbsp;RING BEARER:&nbsp;Dareon Laka

Each of you represents a piece of our story, and we are truly honored to have you by our side as we mark this new chapter in our story

Lady Judith Ngalla

Lady Anastasia Lang Ayong

Lady Liza Ekole 

Lady Priscilla Tamanka

Lady Victoria Epie

Lady Jane Feng

Lady Clotilde Choh

Lady Pauline Kinyuy

Lady Moderate Yogla

Lady Rose Ndifor

Lady Donnia Anna Laka

Lady Patience Laka

Some friendships deepen, others change, but the bond we share remains a cherished part of our story.Thank you for your support, your strength, your friendship, and for standing with us — not just today, but through life.

Sir Clement Njowo 

Sir Tim Ayong 

Sir Alphonse Ekole

Sir Gaston Mokam

Sir Willibroad Ade 

Sir Dave Takor

Sir Peter Minang

Sir Fidelis Elokobi 

Sir Christophe Tiako

Sir Joseph Chappi

Sir Jerome Chappi

Wedding Party

Photos

EVENT PARKING INFORMATION

Parking InformationOregon District Garage PARKING INFORMATIONParking is available in the Oregon District Garage, which is one block East of the Dayton Convention Center at the intersection of Fifth Street and Jefferson Street. The Oregon District Garage offers a covered skywalk on Level 1 that will bring you to the 3rd floor of the Dayton Convention Center facility.<a href="https://www.google.co.in/maps/place/22+E+5th+St,+Dayton,+OH+45402,+USA/@39.756775,-84.18952,18z/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x884081545dd07fc5:0x1a198bdd5bfb98ee?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">View Directions</a> ENTRANCE RAMPS 1. E. 5th Street upper entrance(near the corner of E. 5th &amp; Jefferson St.) 2. E. 5th Street lower entrance(near the corner of E. 5th &amp; Jefferson St.)3. Stone Street(between Jefferson St. &amp; Patterson Blvd.) DAILY RATES:(Effective February 27, 2025):30 Min. - 60 Min. $1.50Each Add’l 30 Min. $2.00Daily Max $10.00Event Rate* $10.00*Event Rate Supersedes Daily Rates Day Resets at 4amNo In &amp; Out on Same TicketLost Ticket $20.00THIS GARAGE IS CREDIT OR DEBIT CARD ONLY PAY STATIONS:There are two pay on foot stations located on&nbsp;Level 1&nbsp;of the Oregon Parking Garage.When you are ready to exit, you may pay at one of these pay on foot stations, or on your mobile device by scanning one of the QR codes posted throughout the skywalk and Oregon District Parking Garage. Once you have paid, you will then have 30 minutes to exit the garage. Upon arriving at the exit, simply scan the validated parking ticket or QR code on your mobile device and the gate will raise. Please note:&nbsp;If you used a credit card at entry a ticket will not dispense. Your credit card is your virtual ticket. Please insert the same credit card at the exit or pay on foot station to complete the payment process. This garage does not receive cash and does not have an attendant on duty. Credit/debit cards are the only form of payment that are accepted. ALTERNATIVE PARKING &amp; TRANSPORTATION OPTIONSReibold Garage(Entrance located on West Fifth Street, 1/2 block from Dayton Convention Center) Entrance Address:20 W. 5th StreetDayton, OH 45402 Rates: 1 hour: $2 | Each Additional 30 minutes: $1Daily Max: $8Lost Tickets: $8Accepted Payments: MC/Visa, Debit Cards, AMEX, Discover Downtown Dayton Partnership - Parking &amp; Transportation GuideSee map&nbsp;<a href="http://www.downtowndayton.org/parking-transportation/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">HERE</a>&nbsp;for surface lot and metered parking options throughout downtown. The Flyer - Greater Dayton RTASee map&nbsp;<a href="http://www.i-riderta.org/ridetime/theflyer" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">HERE</a>&nbsp;for bus route and stops. Buses are free to ride and run every 10 minutes. The Link BikeshareClick&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkdayton.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">HERE</a>&nbsp;for more information.Updates to GarageThe City of Dayton is beginning the second phase of master plan improvements for the Oregon Parking Garage. In the short term, guests can expect to see new and expanded interior and exterior wayfinding signage, enhanced security surveillance system, and a parking space occupancy system. This system will show available parking spaces for each level with displays at the entrances and at each level. Improvements to the overhead skywalk spanning South Jefferson Street will include paint and the installation of carpet. Separately, a $2.5m construction project will begin that will include the following:Structural concrete repairsExpansion joint and joint sealant replacementNew traffic bearing waterproofing membrane on exposed floor slabs (similar to what is installed on the roof and helical ramps)Clean and coat the elevator window curtain framingReplacing rusted and corroded roof drain pipingRemoval of unused neon signage from elevator lobbyExterior painting of selected concrete surfacesPainting of stair tower and elevator core wallsReplacement of stair tower doorsPainting of concrete soffits

Reception Parking Info

Q + A

The Njumashua Times Rates: $129/Night Reservation Deadline: July 15th, 2025

Home2 Suites by Hilton Dayton Vandalia

The Njumashua Times Rates: $124/Night Reservation Deadline: July 15th, 2025

SpringHill Suites Dayton Vandalia

The Njumashua Times Rates: $119/Night Reservation Deadline: July 15th, 2025

Fairfield Inn & Suites Dayton North

The Njumashua Times Rates: $125/Night Reservation Deadline: July 15th, 2025

Courtyard Dayton North

Travel

The National Museum of the U.S. Air Force, located at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base near Dayton, Ohio, is the world’s largest military aviation museum.With free admission and parking, the museum features more than 350 aerospace vehicles and missiles and thousands of artifacts amid more than 19 acres of indoor exhibit space.The museum is open daily from 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

National Museum of the US Air Force

The Dayton Art Institute is located in downtown Dayton, just off Interstate 75. Our historic renaissance-style building, with its distinctive red tile roof, is clearly visible from the interstate. Use the information and related links on this page to plan your visit to the Dayton Art Institute.

The Dayton Art Institute

Scene75 isn’t just&nbsp;the largest indoor entertainment center in the country—it’s also been crowned the two-time winner&nbsp;#1 Entertainment Center in the world&nbsp;by the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions.

Scene75 Entertainment Center | Dayton

Built in 2003, the Benjamin &amp; Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center is a world-class facility for the best in local, national and international entertainment. The Schuster Center includes the Winsupply Theatre, the Mathile Theatre, and the Wintergarden featuring palm trees set against a block-long, glass-enclosed atrium.&nbsp;

Benjamin & Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center

You'll find all the action you seek at Hollywood Gaming Dayton.&nbsp;Try your luck on one of our games, make a bet on your favorite sports team, wager on live or simulcast horse racing, or come in for a great meal experience at one of our restaurants.

Hollywood Gaming at Dayton Raceway

Things to Do

Registry

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Joan & Gerard

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Q + A

Are children allowed to attend?

Can I bring a plus one?

Is parking free?

Is there a hashtag for the wedding weekend?

Where can I RSVP as well as get more information on the wedding weekend?

Who can I contact with any questions or concerns?