In a post shared by @abiola_adebayo on Instagram, the Nollywood community erupted in joy as veteran actress Toyosi Adesanya welcomed her first child through a surrogate. The news was broken by her close friend and colleague, Abiola Adebayo, who shared photos of the new mother and the infant, expressing deep gratitude for the successful journey that reportedly began in 2024. The announcement highlighted the support of fertility specialists in helping the actress achieve her dream of motherhood.
The news has drawn a flood of emotional responses from industry heavyweights, including Iyabo Ojo and other top Yoruba movie stars. Fans have praised Adesanya for her openness regarding the surrogate process, which is gradually becoming less stigmatized in Nigerian society. The actress and her husband, Bola Oyin-Adejobi, were seen in the shared images beaming with joy as they celebrated the “miracle” arrival of their daughter.
Punch Newspapers confirmed the development, noting that “the joyous news drew reactions from fellow Nollywood stars… celebrating the blessing of the new arrival.” TVC News also reported on the birth, highlighting Iyabo Ojo’s congratulatory message: “This is the Lord’s doing… Welcome to motherhood!”
Echotitbits take:
This is a significant moment for Nollywood “older-gen” actresses, as it continues the trend of public figures being transparent about alternative paths to parenthood. By sharing this journey, Toyosi Adesanya and Abiola Adebayo are helping to dismantle the taboo surrounding surrogacy in Nigeria. Expect this to spark more conversations about reproductive health and fertility options within the Nigerian entertainment space.
Source: Punch NG — https://punchng.com/photos-actress-toyosi-adesanya-welcomes-first-child-via-surrogate/ March 21, 2026
Photo Credit: Punch NG
