Toke Makinwa has addressed rumors about her alleged marriage to longtime friend, Farouk Umar, following widespread speculation.
The rumors began after clips from her recent birthday thanksgiving service surfaced online, showing the pair dressed in matching white outfits.
Many fans and social media users quickly assumed the gathering was a secret wedding, leading to a flurry of congratulatory messages.
In response, Toke Makinwa posted a video from the event on her social media, clarifying that it was simply a thanksgiving service to mark her birthday, not a wedding, as speculated.
She captioned the video, “Thanksgiving service,” putting the rumors to rest.
Previously, she reflected on a prophecy from years ago, stating, “Eyes have not seen, ears have not heard what God is about to do” in her life.
Toke expressed uncertainty about her path at the time but now sees its fulfillment. “Today I testify of His goodness… Happy TM Thanksgiving Day… Counting down to my birthday,” she said with mentioning of any engagement or marriage to Umar Farouk.
Toke turns 40 on November 3.
Toke Makinwa, a Nigerian media personality, and Umar Farouk, a businessman, have been long-time friends.
Over the years, they have been spotted together at various events, leading to speculation about the nature of their relationship.
The rumors intensified recently when clips from Toke’s birthday thanksgiving service showed the pair in matching white outfits, sparking wedding rumors.
