Popular media personality Toke Makinwa has dispelled rumors about her alleged secret marriage, using her 40th birthday thanksgiving celebration in Lagos to set the record straight. Speculation arose on social media after reports claimed that Toke had secretly married entertainment mogul Farouk Umar at the Oriental Hotel on Victoria Island.
The rumors gained momentum when a viral video showed the two sharing intimate moments, with Toke wearing a white dress and Farouk dressed in traditional buba and sokoto attire. However, Toke quickly clarified the situation during her party, explaining that Farouk is simply a close friend who has supported her during difficult times.
Addressing the guests and the rumors directly, Toke said, “On Obasanjo’s internet, they said I got married to this guy. This guy is my best friend. Listen, on Toke Makinwa’s internet, they said I married Farouk. Farouk, my friend, ore mi… this is my guy, my friend, my brother. Who wan marry you? Farouk held me down when there was nobody.”
Reflecting on her previous troubled marriage to Maje Ayida, which ended in divorce in 2017 due to infidelity, Toke expressed gratitude for the strength she gained from the experience. She opened up about how deeply the end of her marriage affected her, revealing that she once felt like she would not survive the ordeal.
“Jesus, you comforted me when my friends left me. Jesus, you saw me through a divorce. When I thought I was going to die, when I didn’t know if I was going to wake up the next day, somehow you held me together. Even when I showed a frail faith, you knew I was not frail. Somehow, you made me a tiger. You are the one that liveth. You are the one that will never fail,” she said.
Toke also took the opportunity to express appreciation for the friends who remained by her side during those challenging times. She acknowledged their support and expressed her gratitude, saying, “I thank God for all my friends here. I thank God that I am not looking out to look for you guys; I am looking up. I have not been the best of friends for you guys, but somehow, you see something, and I am grateful.”
By addressing the rumors directly, Toke aimed to clear up any misunderstandings while reflecting on her personal growth and journey through adversity.
I think Toke Makinwa should embrace her privacy and keep her personal life out of the spotlight. What do you guys think?
I dont get the hype around Toke Makinwas secret marriage rumors. Let her live her life in peace! #TeamToke #LiveAndLetLive
I dont buy Toke Makinwas denial! I think theres more to the secret marriage rumors than shes letting on. #TeamConspiracyTheory
I think Toke Makinwa should just embrace the rumors! Who doesnt love a good secret marriage story? Spice things up!
Why invade someones privacy for entertainment? Respect boundaries, rumors can hurt real people.
I think Toke Makinwas secret marriage rumors are just a ploy for attention. She loves the drama! Cant trust it.
I think Toke Makinwas secret marriage rumors are just a publicity stunt. She knows how to keep us talking!
I dont buy Toke Makinwas explanation. Something fishy is going on with those secret marriage rumors. Time will tell.
I dont buy Toke Makinwas denial – theres smoke where theres fire! I smell a juicy secret marriage scandal brewing.
Youre quick to judge. Lets not jump to conclusions without solid evidence. Give her the benefit of the doubt.
I think Toke Makinwa should just embrace the mystery around her marriage. Who doesnt love a good conspiracy theory?
Why fuel rumors? Transparency is key. Let her privacy be respected.
I think Toke Makinwa should just embrace the rumors and start a reality show about her secret marriage! Drama sells, right?
I think Toke Makinwa should keep her personal life private. Its her business, not ours! Lets focus on more important things.
I dont buy it! Toke Makinwa should just spill the tea already. Whats she hiding at 40? 🤔 #SecretMarriageRumors
Honestly, who cares about Toke Makinwas secret marriage rumors? Let the girl live her life in peace. #NotMyBusiness 🤷♀️
I think Toke Makinwa should embrace the mystery of her secret marriage, it adds an interesting twist to her already exciting life!
I think Toke Makinwa should just embrace the rumors and give us all the juicy details! Im ready for the tea.
I dont believe Toke owes us any explanation about her personal life. Let her live and celebrate in peace.
I think Toke Makinwa should just embrace the rumors and keep everyone guessing. Adds some spice to the drama!
Why add fuel to the fire? Its better to rise above the drama. Peace over chaos.
I dont buy it, seems like a publicity stunt to me. Who even cares about secret marriages these days? 🤷♀️
I think Toke Makinwas secret marriage rumors are just a publicity stunt to keep people talking. Its all for the gram!
I dont buy Toke Makinwas denial of a secret marriage. Theres smoke where theres fire, right? Lets keep digging!
Maybe theres more to the story than meets the eye. Lets see how it unfolds.
I think Toke should just embrace the mystery and keep everyone guessing. Who needs to confirm or deny anything? Live your life, girl!
Who are we to judge? Let Toke live on her own terms. Privacy matters.
I think Toke Makinwa should just embrace the mystery and keep us guessing about her love life. Let the rumors fly!
I think Toke Makinwas secret marriage rumors are just a publicity stunt to keep us talking. Smart move, if you ask me!
I dont buy Toke Makinwas denial of a secret marriage. Theres too much smoke for there not to be fire. #TruthPrevails
I dont see why Toke Makinwas marital status is anyones business. Let the woman live her life in peace!
I think Toke Makinwa should just embrace the mystery and keep us guessing about her love life! Who needs labels anyway?