Media personality Shade Ladipo has advised women to reconsider the practice of changing their surnames after marriage.

In a recent Instagram story, Ms. Ladipo shared her contentment with the decision to retain her maiden name post-marriage.

Upon introspection, she challenged the concept of modifying a name that has been diligently cultivated over two decades.

Ladipo emphasized the substantial effort required to construct a personal brand and advised against its hasty abandonment, especially on official documentation.

She advised individuals, particularly women, to take their time when making such decisions, emphasizing the significance of maintaining the identity they have diligently cultivated.

“Do you want to know 1 thing? I’m so happy I didn’t rush to when I was married.

Changing my name.

How did I spend over 20 years building the Shade Ladipo brand to changing it overnight to another name?

Some people see my father and say Oh, you’re Shade Ladipo’s Father?

“Sis, you’ve worked too hard to build your brand. Don’t be too quick to change it, especially on legal documents. Take your time; there’s no hurry, I promise you!”