The couple celebrated their union with a series of lavish weddings held in Monaco, Dubai, and Iceland, blending Yoruba tradition with global flair. Highlights included a traditional ceremony at the Otedola residence in Dubai and an intimate church service in Iceland.

Temi’s decision to adopt her husband’s surname has reignited a long-standing debate in Nigerian feminist circles about whether women should keep their maiden names after marriage.

Feminist voices have emphasized the importance of choice. One popular commentator noted, “You can absolutely keep your name after marriage, and I think you should,” sharing her own experience of four years of marriage without legal or logistical issues.

However, others took a more traditional stance. One user asked, “If you married into a family like Dangote, Adenuga, or Otedola, would you still want to keep your maiden name?”

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Amid the conversation, voices of neutrality stressed that names don’t define a marriage, values do. “Character, loyalty, and shared vision matter more than a surname,” one user noted.

Temi’s father, billionaire Femi Otedola, drew attention with an emotional remark at the wedding, advising his daughter, “You have to succumb to your husband; he’s your boss.” Reactions to his words were split, with some calling them affectionate, others labeling them outdated.

On social media, opinions ranged from supportive to critical. While some praised Temi for embracing her husband’s identity, others questioned whether societal pressure continues to influence such decisions.

Source: Punch