On Wednesday, August 13, 2025, media personality Toke Makinwa shared the joyous news of her first pregnancy, revealing her baby bump in a heartfelt video posted on Instagram. The 40-year-old, celebrated for her dynamic presence on radio and television, described the milestone as “the biggest project of my life”, “the highest calling ever.” and on X, “God is never late.”
In an emotional caption accompanying the video, Makinwa reflected on her long-held desire for motherhood, a journey she has openly shared with her audience, including past considerations of surrogacy to maintain her figure.
“Dear God, you did this one, you have completely changed my life. You opened this door that nobody can shut,” she wrote. “All that time I was convinced you had forgotten me, I didn’t understand why it took so long but now I see it. You worked on my heart posture to get me ready for the biggest blessing and the highest calling.”
Makinwa, a multifaceted media figure, entrepreneur, and influencer, expressed deep gratitude to her fans for their unwavering support.
“You guys have been with me from the start, the girl you met on radio, the brand you’ve supported all these years, this victory is major. You get to see me as a mother, I get to raise my own. Na me be this????? Hallelujah!” she added.
Addressing her unborn child, affectionately nicknamed “my bug,” Makinwa shared her overwhelming joy: “I cannot wait to meet you, you’ve made me the happiest person on earth baby, thank you. The answer to my prayers… you’ve blessed me already. My heart is over the moon!”
The announcement triggered a wave of congratulatory messages from fans, colleagues, and celebrities, with many celebrating Makinwa’s journey to motherhood. Her candid discussions about her aspirations to become a mother have long resonated with her audience, making this moment a widely shared celebration.
In a playful nod to the past, Makinwa once humorously told Afrobeat star Falz in a video that she might choose surrogacy to preserve her shape. Now, fully embracing her pregnancy, she radiates excitement and gratitude for this new chapter in her life.
