After weeks of speculation and hushed online chatter, celebrity fashion designer Veekee James has finally put all doubts to rest. In a deeply personal and elegant announcement, the acclaimed designer has confirmed that she is expecting her first child with her husband, Femi Atere, marking a joyful new chapter in the couple’s journey together.
The confirmation came on Wednesday via Veekee James’ Instagram page, where she shared a calm, intimate video featuring herself and her husband. In the clip, the designer proudly displayed her baby bump, offering fans the first official glimpse of her pregnancy.
Accompanying the video, she wrote: “And two shall become three… Indeed, this is what only God can do.”
The announcement quickly drew widespread attention on social media, with fans, fellow celebrities and industry colleagues flooding her comment section with congratulatory messages, prayers and warm wishes. For many followers, the post brought clarity after weeks of circulating rumours.
Until now, Veekee James had remained silent amid growing speculation about a possible pregnancy. The rumours had been fueled by reports from a popular gossip blog as well as subtle hints picked up by keen-eyed followers across her recent public appearances and online posts. Her latest revelation has now firmly laid those speculations to rest.
Veekee James announced her engagement to Femi Atere in October 2023, a development that was warmly received by fans of the designer. The couple later celebrated their traditional wedding in Akwa Ibom State in February 2024, before hosting a vintage-themed white wedding ceremony in Lagos.
With the pregnancy now officially confirmed, admirers have expressed excitement and anticipation as the renowned designer prepares to step into motherhood, while continuing to build and sustain her influence in Nigeria’s fashion industry.