Renowned media personality, Toke Makinwa, makes a resolute declaration that she will not alter her surname when she eventually ties the knot, citing compelling reasons behind this steadfast decision.
In a recent episode of her show, Toke Moments, the celebrity underscores her commitment to maintaining her individual identity, asserting that she will not incorporate her prospective husband’s surname into hers. Toke emphasizes that her name is more than just an identifier; it is her brand, a product of her hard work and dedication.
Reflecting on her past marriage with fitness coach Maje Ayida, Toke Makinwa reveals that retaining her maiden name alleviated the complications and stress associated with changing her name across all legal documents.
In her own words:
“I kept my last name when I get married. It was supposed to be Toke Makinwa-Ayida but it was only at home that he called me Mrs Ayida.
“I hope that whoever I end up with next would actually love it because Toke Makinwa is staying. I don’t want to hyphenate. But my kids can bear their father’s surname.
“In my marriage, my bank details, my passport, nothing changed. Imagine what I would have gone through trying to change it back when we got divorced. I have built this brand with my blood, sweat, and tears.”