Popular media personality and actress Toke Makinwa has revealed why she no longer buys gifts for men she is romantically involved with, sharing an emotional story about a painful relationship experience that left a lasting impact on her life.
Speaking during a recent episode of her Toke Moments podcast, which featured reality TV star Beauty Tukura as a guest, Makinwa recounted how a former relationship with an older man changed her perspective on love and generosity.
According to the media personality, she was still an undergraduate when she dated a man who was ten years older than her. Wanting to make his birthday special, she sacrificed her university school fees to organize a memorable celebration for him.
Makinwa revealed that she took him to an Italian restaurant in Victoria Island, where he freely ordered several expensive meals, believing she was doing something meaningful for someone she loved.
However, the day ended in heartbreak.
“I stopped buying men gifts after I dated a man who was 10 years older than me. I spent my university semester’s school fees to celebrate his birthday and took him to an Italian restaurant in Victoria Island,” she said.
Recalling the shocking moment that changed everything, she added, “He ordered everything on the menu. When we got home… there was another woman in his house. That broke me.”
The revelation has sparked widespread reactions on social media, with many fans expressing sympathy for the broadcaster while others shared similar experiences of betrayal in relationships.
Makinwa’s candid confession has once again fueled conversations about emotional boundaries, financial sacrifices in relationships and the importance of self-worth.
Known for openly discussing love, heartbreak and personal growth, the media personality continues to use her podcast as a platform to share life lessons and encourage honest conversations about modern relationships.
Her latest story has resonated with many Nigerians, reigniting debates over trust, loyalty and whether expensive gifts should play a major role in romantic relationships.
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