12th December, 2023
By Victoria Oluwayemi
Nollywood actress Regina Chukwu, has explained the reason behind facing criticism for embracing a Yoruba name despite being Igbo.
It all began when she shared a video from Funke Akindele’s movie premiere on TikTok, captioning it ‘Arike Ni Mi’, a choice that drew disapproval from some of her Igbo followers.
Addressing this on her Instagram page, Regina emphasized her connection with Yoruba culture through loved ones who have wholeheartedly accepted her, leading her to adopt a Yoruba name given by her partner, a name she deeply values.
She also recounted a childhood memory where an elderly landlord in her neighbourhood bestowed a Yoruba name, ‘Abosede’, upon her due to her birth on a Sunday.
Her post reflected her sentiment: