Some of the most talked-about births of the year came from stars who had openly shared their journey towards motherhood, turning their deliveries into national celebrations. The joy was palpable as some of the nation’s biggest stars welcomed their newest additions, often after years of anticipation, or as delightful family expansions.

For this OSG Recap 2025, we are shining a light on the top celebrities who welcomed babies, celebrating the miracle arrivals that brought pure joy to the Nigerian entertainment industry.

1. Toke Makinwa

Media personality and entrepreneur Toke Makinwa broke the internet in August 2025 with the announcement of her baby girl. Toke, who had openly spoken about her deep desire for motherhood, described the birth as her “miracle” and an answered prayer.

She named her daughter Yakira Eliana Olakitan Iyanuoluwa Ikeoluwa Adunola. The announcement, shared weeks after a magnificent pregnancy reveal, was greeted with an outpouring of support and congratulatory messages from fans and colleagues, all celebrating her long-awaited joy. Her story became one of the most powerful testimonies of faith and perseverance in the Nigerian entertainment space.

2. Priscilla Ojo

Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo became a grandmother in August 2025 as her daughter, fashion influencer Priscilla Ojo, welcomed her first child, a baby boy. Priscilla and her Tanzanian musician husband, Juma Jux, announced the birth of their son, Prince Rakeem Ayomide Mkambala, who was born in Canada.

The news was a huge hit online, especially as Priscilla had stunned fans with her beautiful pregnancy reveal a month earlier. The arrival marked a new generation in the celebrity families and earned Iyabo Ojo the title of “sexiest grandma in town.”

3. Chizzy Alichi

Nollywood favorite Chizzy Alichi shared a deeply emotional story in May 2025. After five years of marriage, she welcomed her first son, Kenechukwu. However, it wasn’t an easy road; her “Prince” arrived prematurely at 30 weeks and spent 25 days in the NICU. Chizzy’s raw transparency about her fears and her “NICU diary” resonated with mothers across the country.

4. Maraji

Skit maker and content creator Maraji (Gloria Olorunto Mensah) brought her signature humour to her baby announcements, confirming the arrival of her third child, a baby girl, in September 2025. Maraji, known for her hilariously candid vlogs about pregnancy symptoms, shared a sweet picture of her newborn’s tiny hands. Her ability to blend relatability with her private life continued to win the hearts of her millions of followers.

5. Real Warri Pikin

Comedian and actress Anita Asuoha, popularly known as Real Warri Pikin, and her husband Ikechukwu Asuoha, welcomed their fourth child, a baby girl, in November 2025. The news came after the entertainer had openly shared her journey to achieve a healthy weight, making the pregnancy a double celebration of health and family growth. Real Warri Pikin shared heartwarming family photos, declaring the newest member a grand addition to her “Abia Avengers.”

6. Moses & Marie Bliss

Gospel sensation Moses Bliss and his wife Marie started the year on a high note, welcoming their first child, a baby boy in January 2025. The couple, who wed in 2024, kept the pregnancy a closely guarded secret until the “prince” arrived, calling the birth their “living testimony.”

7. Lucy Edet (BBNaija S5) 

Former Big Brother Naija star Lucy Edet delivered one of the year’s sweetest surprises when she announced the arrival of her first child, a baby boy, in September 2025. Lucy, who is known for her openness, revealed that she had successfully kept her pregnancy private and was pleasantly surprised by her delivery experience.

She shared that after watching countless childbirth videos, she was braced for intense pain that simply never arrived, calling the birth an “unexpected blessing.” Her transparency about the anxieties of pregnancy, coupled with the joy of a smooth delivery, resonated deeply with fans.

8. Victor and Henny Thompson (The Thompsons)

Gospel music minister Victor Thompson and his wife Henny welcomed their bundle of joy, completing their family in a joyous fashion. Their announcement was accompanied by beautiful photos and tributes, expressing gratitude for the newest member of the Thompson household. This arrival was a celebrated event across the Nigerian gospel music community.

9. Yetunde Barnabas & Peter Olayinka

“Miss Pepeiye” Yetunde Barnabas and her footballer husband Peter Olayinka welcomed their second child, a baby boy, in November 2025. After months of denying pregnancy rumors, the couple shared photos from Toronto, Canada, confirming that their “second little miracle” had landed safely.

10. Lasisi Elenu & Nonso

Comedian Lasisi Elenu (Nosa Afolabi) and his wife Nonso welcomed their second child, a son named River Elroi, in October 2025. Known for his hilarious takes on fatherhood, Lasisi’s announcement was uncharacteristically soulful, explaining that the name “River” represents the boundless grace of God.

The year 2025, for all its controversies, was undeniably dominated by the pure, unscripted joy of celebrity births. These beautiful arrivals gave the nation something truly precious to celebrate, reminding everyone that love and miracles continue to abound in the Nigerian celebrity world.