Nigerian media personality Toke Makinwa has always been a trending figure — from her glamorous career to her highly publicized personal life. Now, fans are buzzing with fresh questions about her relationship status and surprising pregnancy announcement.
Below, we break down her journey from her divorce to embracing singlehood, and finally, to her joyous news of expecting her first child.
Toke Makinwa’s Marriage and Divorce
Toke Makinwa married businessman Maje Ayida in 2014 in what many fans thought was a fairy-tale romance. However, the union ended in 2017 following infidelity allegations.
Since the split, Toke has openly shared her commitment to personal growth and career development rather than rushing back into marriage.
Speaking on her popular podcast, Toke Moments, the 40-year-old admitted that societal expectations often push women to remarry or have children, but she has chosen to focus on her happiness.
“Regret is so exhausting; get comfortable with your truth. The hardest thing I could say to myself is, ‘Geez, I am 40, single, and childless.’ I said it, and I did not die!”
Toke emphasized that, had she remarried quickly, she might have divorced again — noting that life’s lessons never stop.
Finding Fulfilment Outside Marriage
While many assume she might feel incomplete without a husband or children, Toke insists her life is full:
“I am 40, I am a boss, I have built an empire, I am one of the most resounding voices in Africa, and I am not waking up miserable.”
She encourages others to embrace their truth without shame, stating:
“Sometimes you need to sit with your truth; you cannot shame the shameless.”
Toke Makinwa’s Ex-Husband Maje Ayida’s Struggle After Divorce
Meanwhile, Toke’s ex-husband Maje Ayida, a fitness entrepreneur, has opened up about his own struggles following their separation.
In a testimony at a UK church, Ayida revealed he fell into deep depression after their “very publicised” divorce. The shame and public criticism caused him to withdraw from society, stop working, and lose significant business opportunities.
“As a man, your work is your identity, and I started to lose work, business deals. It became a real problem for me,” he said.
After nearly a year of isolation, he decided to take accountability for his actions and begin rebuilding his life.
The Defamation Lawsuit
In 2017, Ayida sued Makinwa for ₦100 million for defamation over her memoir On Becoming, which detailed their failed marriage. In November 2020, a Lagos court ruled in Ayida’s favor, awarding damages of ₦500,000 to charity and banning the publication of defamatory passages.
Toke Makinwa’s Pregnancy Announcement
Fast-forward to 2025 — Toke Makinwa shocked fans by announcing she is expecting her first child. In a touching Instagram video, she revealed her baby bump, calling the pregnancy “the highest calling ever.”
Toke has previously spoken about considering options like surrogacy and adoption, making this announcement especially heartfelt.
“The biggest project of my life, the highest calling ever! 2025… What a difference a year can make,” she wrote.
She expressed gratitude to God, saying the wait had prepared her for this blessing. Addressing her unborn child, she said:
“My bug, I cannot wait to meet you. You’ve made me the happiest person on earth… The answer to my prayers.”
Who Is the Father of Toke Makinwa’s Unborn Child?
While fans are eager to know the identity of her child’s father, Toke has not revealed any details about a new husband or partner. This has sparked speculation — but for now, she seems content to keep that part of her life private.
Final Thoughts
From heartbreak to healing, and now to motherhood, Toke Makinwa’s journey is a testament to resilience and self-discovery. Whether or not there’s a new husband in the picture, one thing is clear: she is stepping confidently into this next chapter with joy and purpose.
