I have to keep showing up even on hard days —Toke Makinwa

It was a night of glamour wrapped around something far more personal as media personality and entrepreneur Toke Makinwa turned the spotlight on motherhood, resilience, and the quiet pressure many women carry to always appear put together, no matter what life throws at them.

At the upscale Delborough Lagos, the unveiling of her new beauty product, Glow by TMBody Shimmer Oil, became more than a brand moment, it evolved into a candid reflection on nearly a year of motherhood and the emotional balancing act that comes with it.

Toke admitted that the past months have come with days when strength is in short supply, yet the expectation to still step out, show up, and remain visible as a woman never truly fades.

For her, the new product represents that final touch many women rely on before walking out the door, even on days they feel far from their best.

She described the body shimmer oil as that “last piece of confidence”, a finishing ritual that helps women reclaim their glow before facing the world, even when exhaustion or emotional fatigue lingers beneath the surface.

The evening also doubled as a celebration of women across industries, drawing a powerful guest list that included culinary entrepreneur Hilda Baci, actress Osas Ighodaro, media mogul Mo Abudu, screen icon Rita Dominic, and filmmaker Iyabo Ojo, among others.

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From the red carpet to the main hall, the atmosphere was a blend of sophistication and sisterhood, with guests arriving in statement looks that turned the venue into a showcase of modern African elegance and influence.

Beyond the fashion and flashing cameras, conversations at the event leaned heavily into themes of identity, pressure, and the constant expectation placed on women to “keep going” regardless of personal circumstances.

Toke, in her address, emphasised that women should not lose themselves in the pursuit of perfection, noting that even on the most draining days, showing up in whatever capacity possible is still a form of strength.

Guests echoed similar sentiments throughout the night, with many reflecting on the importance of community, self-care, and creating spaces where women can be honest about their struggles without losing their ambition or visibility.