Temi Reveals Reason Behind Dropping the Otedola Name

After marrying Afrobeats artist Oluwatosin Oluwole Ajibade, popularly known as Mr. Eazi, actress and businesswoman Temi Otedola, daughter of billionaire Femi Otedola, has explained why she chose to adopt her husband’s last name.

It was reported that Temi Otedola formally became Temiloluwa Ajibade, adopting her husband’s last name.

Online criticism, however, was sparked by the move, with many claiming that she had given up the prominent Otedola moniker that had long characterized her public presence.

Temi referred to the decision as a personal one in a Wednesday BBC interview.

Taking my husband’s name was the obvious choice for me as a married lady. “But I respect that every woman has the right to make her own decisions,” she said.

The actress added that controlling her public image has been made easier by keeping her romance private.

“You can create your own narrative by moving in silence and sharing it when you’re ready.”

Regarding her father’s recently published memoir, Temi stated that it provides the world with a glimpse inside his decades-long entrepreneurial path.

His decision to not directly include his children in his businesses encouraged them to forge their own paths, she disclosed, while praising his tenacity.

Though first disheartened, it ended up being a boon. His perseverance in trying circumstances continues to be her biggest source of inspiration, she said, adding, “It inspired us to forge our own path.”

Temi went on to admit that she had a privileged upbringing and emphasized the value of being open about it.

Oh, of course. I will never say I don’t believe it. “It’s critical that those who are born into privilege recognize their advantages,” she remarked.