Media personality and style icon Toke Makinwa has set social media ablaze with the heartwarming announcement that she is expecting her first child. Taking to Instagram on the morning of August 13, the celebrated OAP and TV host shared the life-changing news with an emotional post that instantly went viral.
Calling it “the biggest project of my life” and “the highest calling ever,” Toke reflected on how much her life has changed in just one year, describing her pregnancy as the perfect gift of 2025. Overflowing with gratitude, she credited God for orchestrating the blessing, saying He “opened doors that no one can close” and turned seasons of waiting into a testimony of divine timing.
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In her deeply personal message, the On Becoming author admitted there were moments she felt overlooked and wondered why her dreams of motherhood were delayed. But now, she said, she understands it was all preparation for “the greatest blessing and most significant calling” of her life.
“You are the God who takes risks for those He loves,” she wrote, assuring her followers that God is never late. “My healed pain is destined to break someone else’s chains. My season is here.”
Toke, who has worn many hats in her career, from radio host to bestselling author, actress, and entrepreneur, declared that this new role as a mother-to-be surpasses every title she’s ever held. She thanked her fans for standing by her through every chapter of her journey, from the early radio days to becoming one of Nigeria’s most influential media personalities.
In a touching message to her unborn child, Toke said, “I cannot wait to meet you. You’ve already made me the happiest person on earth. You are the answer to my prayers and have blessed me beyond words.”
With her glowing announcement, Toke Makinwa joins the list of Nigerian celebrities embracing motherhood in 2025, and fans are already flooding her timeline with love, prayers, and congratulations.
