Tinubu’s daughter, Chimamanda Adichie, and other prominent Nigerian women who had children via surrogacy

Not all bumps come with baby showers. Some come with silence. Some, with strength.

In a country where motherhood is often measured by tradition, a few fearless Nigerian women took a different route – surrogacy.

No hospital selfies. No nine-month glow. Just the same love, the same joy – delivered differently.

From Chimamanda Adichie’s quiet twin surprise to Tinubu’s daughter’s, these women didn’t just welcome babies – they broke barriers.

1. Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie

Award-winning writer and global feminist voice, Chimamanda stunned fans in 2024 when she revealed she had welcomed twins via surrogacy. Known for challenging norms, she did it again – this time with motherhood. Her decision sparked national conversations and gave many women the courage to speak up.

2. Folasade Tinubu-Ojo

The first daughter of President Bola Tinubu quietly embraced surrogacy and welcomed her children outside the spotlight. While she never made a public announcement, news of her motherhood journey made waves, showing that even in elite political circles, women are owning their choices.

3. Ini Edo

One of Nollywood’s stars, Ini Edo opened up in 2021 about becoming a mother through surrogacy after facing fertility challenges. Her story wasn’t just a revelation – it was a rebellion against shame. She called her baby girl her biggest blessing.

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4. Nike Oshinowo

Former beauty queen and entrepreneur, Nike battled endometriosis for years. In 2013, at age 48, she welcomed twins via surrogacy in the U.S. She was one of the first Nigerian women in the spotlight to speak up about this option – and she did so with elegance and power.

5. Abiola Adebayo

TV star and producer, Abiola Adebayo, shared her surrogacy joy in 2023 after years of heartbreak, failed IVFs, and prayers. Her openness melted hearts, especially when she called her son “a miracle after many tears.”

6. Nancy Umeh

Nutritionist and sister to dancer Korra Obidi, Nancy welcomed her third child via surrogacy after struggling with secondary infertility for seven years. She shared her journey on social media, helping normalize what many still consider a secret.

7. Stephanie Coker (IVF Story)

While not surrogacy, Stephanie’s IVF journey belongs in this conversation.

The media personality was candid about battling PCOS and choosing assisted conception. Her transparency helped shift mindsets on fertility struggles among young Nigerian women.