Toke Makinwa
| Toke Makinwa | |
|---|---|
| Born |
3 November 1984 Lagos State |
| Occupation | On-air personality, TV host, vlogger, author |
| Years active | 2010–present |
| Website | Official website |
Toke Makinwa (born 3 November 1984) is a Nigerian radio personality, television host, vlogger, and bestselling author. She is known for co-hosting The Morning Drive on Rhythm 93.7 FM and her YouTube vlog series Toke Moments.
On 15 January 2014, Makinwa had a private wedding ceremony with her lover of eight years, Maje Ayida. She hopes to make her Nollywood debut in the future. In 2015, she separated from her husband following a scandal revealing he had impregnated his ex-girlfriend.
Makinwa (along with Tosyn Bucknor and Oreka Godis) was announced as one of the hosts of 3LiveChicks, an entertainment program which was initially launched for the web community alone but was later extended to terrestrial TV stations in late 2012. Many Nigerian celebrities such as Tiwa Savage, Tonto Dikeh and Bez have been on the show. Makinwa did not renew her contract with Flytime TV for season 2, and was subsequently replaced by her radio colleague Omalicha.
In January 2014, Hip Hop World Magazine announced Makinwa as the host for its latest show Trending which debuted on Valentine's Day. She has interviewed many celebrities, including Chiwetel Ejiofor, Eva Alordiah, Femi Kuti, OC Ukeje and Chidinma.
On 21 May 2014, it was reported that Makinwa will be joining the Moments with Mo team as a guest host. She has since featured in many episodes on the EbonyLife TV Network.
In 2010, she hosted the Most Beautiful Girl in Nigeria beauty pageant.
In 2013, Makinwa became an ambassador of the United Africa Company of Nigeria alongside Osas Ighodaro, Dare Art Alade and Dan Foster. She also signed a multi-million naira contract with Nestlé Nigeria to become the new face of Maggi. In 2016 she became the brand ambassador and face of Mecran Cosmetics.
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