When Nakintu found out she was expecting, the couple decided to get married on November 29, 2024 when their baby was six months old. PHOTO/COURTESY
When Sherinah Nakintu boarded her flight from Entebbe Airport to Mombasa via Nairobi, Kenya, in October 2021, she never imagined she would meet the love of her life at 35,000 feet. Seated beside her was Moses Baguma, a stranger at the time, but fate had other plans.
“I did not want to sit in silence for hours, so I struck up a conversation with my seatmate. We soon realised we were both from Mukono District and that sparked an instant connection,” Nakintu recalls with a smile.
By the time they landed, their conversation had effortlessly stretched across the journey. They exchanged contacts before going their separate ways, but their story was just beginning.
The slow build-up
Back in Uganda, what started as post-trip chats soon turned into meet-ups. Baguma was intrigued by Nakintu’s poise and discipline.
“On our first date, she told me she needed to be home by 9pm. I was puzzled; she lived alone, so why the strict curfew? But I respected it,” he shares.
As the dates continued, he discovered her birthday was approaching. Wanting to make her feel special, he planned another date to celebrate. “What touched me most was that despite our growing bond, he never once pressured me to visit his house. He would always take me home after our dates,” Nakintu says.
But Baguma had his secret. After dropping her off, he would park outside her home until the wee hours of the morning. “I was not being creepy,” he laughs. “I just wanted to make sure no one else was coming over. I needed to be sure she was the one.”
A love that deepened
In January 2022, Moses finally invited Nakintu to his home. When he introduced her to his son, he said, “Meet Mommy.”
“I was humbled,” Nakintu says, touched by the weight of that introduction. But even after visiting, Baguma remained the gentleman he had always been, still ensuring she got home safely every time.
Their connection deepened as he picked her up from work daily, their love story unfolding naturally. Attending her graduation and meeting her family only cemented Baguma’s belief that she was the one.
“Her family was so warm and welcoming. After that day, I knew, without a doubt, that I was going to marry her,” he recalls. “I kept telling her I wanted to meet her parents, but she always thought I was joking.”
Taking the next step
On Valentine’s Day 2022, at Onomo Hotel in Kampala, Baguma got down on one knee and proposed.
“I was overwhelmed with emotion,” Nakintu admits. “I had never been so certain about anything in my life.”
With the blessings of her family, they planned their traditional introduction ceremony in January 2024. Though they initially aimed for a wedding the same year, Nakintu found out she was expecting, so they opted for November 29, 2024, when their baby was six months old.
Their wedding day was a dream come true. They arrived at the church early and had the wonderful opportunity to baptize their baby before exchanging vows.
"Seeing my bride that morning was the best moment of my life," Baguma says. "And at the reception, seeing everyone so happy felt magical."
The meaning of marriage
As they settle into married life, the couple has embraced the journey with open hearts.
“In marriage, you must allow your partner to be themselves. There is so much to learn along the way,” Baguma advises. “If you find the right person, marriage is beautiful. It keeps you young, happy, and stress-free.”
Nakintu agrees. “Marriage is not as difficult as people say. It is about patience, prayer, and communication. I choose to focus on the good in my partner. We talk, we plan and support each other, and that makes all the difference.”
Nakintu and Baguma’s love story is proof that sometimes, fate takes the pilot’s seat. Love can truly take flight when you least expect it.
Tips for a strong relationship
• Communication is key: Talk openly about your feelings and expectations.
• Patience and tolerance: No one is perfect—learn to appreciate each other’s strengths and overlook minor flaws.
• Celebrate each other: Small gestures like remembering birthdays or surprising your partner with thoughtful acts keep love alive.
• Respect boundaries: Give each other space to grow as individuals while nurturing the relationship.
• Pray together: A shared spiritual connection can strengthen your bond.
