Toke Makinwa, the renowned Nigerian media personality, recently shared candid insights on her decision not to change her surname upon marriage. In a recent episode of her podcast, she emphasized that her name is not just a personal identifier but a brand she has diligently crafted over the years.

Having experienced a divorce in the past, Toke highlighted the practical advantages of retaining her maiden name.

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By maintaining her original name, she navigated the separation without the added complexity and stress of a name reversal.

During her podcast, Toke expressed her preference for keeping her last name intact in any future marriage, stating, “Toke Makinwa is staying. I don’t want to hyphenate. But my kids can bear their father’s surname.”

Reflecting on her past marriage, Toke revealed that even during that period, her official documents, such as bank details and passport, retained her maiden name.

This decision, she noted, spared her the potential challenges of reverting to her original name after the divorce.

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Toke Makinwa, who has worked tirelessly to build her personal brand, emphasized the significance of her identity and the emotional investment she has made in establishing her public persona.

She remains resolute in preserving her unique identity, Toke Makinwa, as an integral part of her personal and professional life.