Toke Makinwa is a prominent Nigerian media personality, television host, vlogger, lifestyle entrepreneur, and author whose bestselling memoir On Becoming and dynamic broadcast work have made her one of the most recognizable media moguls in contemporary African entertainment.
Born in Lagos State on November 3, 1984, Toke Makinwa attended the University of Lagos, graduating with a degree in English and literature. After tragically losing both her parents in a fire accident at age eight, she demonstrated extraordinary personal resilience. Makinwa skyrocketed to national prominence as co-host of The Morning Drive on Rhythm 93.7 FM, followed by hosting major television productions including Trending on Hip TV, Moments on EbonyLife TV, and Gulder Ultimate Search. In 2012, she launched her hugely popular YouTube vlog series Toke Moments, establishing herself as a pioneering African digital lifestyle creator. In 2016, she released her candid memoir On Becoming, which became an international bestseller across Africa, the UK, and North America. As the founder of luxury brand Toke Makinwa Luxury and host of The Toke Moments Podcast, she continues to champion women’s financial independence, media innovation, and self-reinvention.
Notable Achievements & Works
- Author of the international bestselling memoir On Becoming (2016)
- Co-host of The Morning Drive on Rhythm 93.7 FM and host of Trending on Hip TV
- Creator and host of the pioneering digital series Toke Moments (since 2012)
- Host of Gulder Ultimate Search (2021) and The Toke Moments Podcast
- Winner of the Nigeria Entertainment Award for Best On-Air Personality
