Ghanaian soccer star Michael Essien weds his publicist in secret

Rumors have been circulating for months now that Ghanaian footballer and Chelsea star Michael Essien has wedded his publicist, Akosua Puni.
When reports first started circulating, both Essien and Akosua  ignored the stories and it was regarded as just mere rumors.
However,  it was awkward last week Friday when Akosua introduced herself as Mrs Akosua Puni Essien at a cocktail charity event - Game Of Hope – organized by Michael Essien.

Mrs. Essien Akosua was in charge of the event and everyone who worked with her referred to her as Mrs Essien; she is also the head of the Michael Essien Foundation.

Michael Essien and Akosua had a child together shortly after his relationship with Ghollywood star Nadia Buari ended a few years back, though the football star has never acknowledged being married and does not wear a ring.
Essien has three kids from two different women.