Bobrisky has sparked a new wave of buzz after ditching his old name and introducing himself as Afolashade Amope Okuneye.
The popular socialite’s bold identity update drew laughter, applause, and playful teasing from fans across social media.
Popular Nigerian socialite and internet personality, Bobrisky, has once again stirred conversation online after announcing a significant change to his identity. The Lagos-based influencer, born Okuneye Idris Olarenwaju, has officially dropped his birth name and taken on a new feminine moniker.
In a bold move shared via social media, Bobrisky declared that he should no longer be referred to as Idris. Instead, he introduced his new name to the public as “Afolashade Amope Okuneye.” The announcement was met with a flood of reactions from fans and critics alike, with many taking to the comment section to share their thoughts, some with humor, others with curiosity, and a few with outright disbelief.
Bobrisky’s post read simply but confidently: “My new name is Afolashade Amope Okuneye.”
As expected, his followers didn’t hold back their reactions.
One user, @wezma01, quipped, “Werey ni e seh Idris! 😂😂😂” while @officialomoborty jokingly asked, “WHO rechristened you? Ojo wo ni ikomo bayi? 😂”
Another fan, @morenikejialayo, played along with the shift, writing: “Aunt Amope mi 😍 should I send my account?”
Support also came from fans like @am_djshegzzeey who added, “Afolashade Amope Okuneye a.k.a Mummy of Lagos 🙌,” embracing Bobrisky’s widely known self-given title.
Meanwhile, @classicbukolami commented, “Oruko to ba wu omo, lo ma je leyin odi… Welcome anty Folashade 🤩,” which loosely translates to “Whatever name a child chooses is what they’ll be called after passing the threshold, Welcome, Aunt Folashade.”
Others couldn’t resist teasing, like @samiblings_official who merged the old and new names, joking, “Idrishade 😅😅😂,” while @tolus_tools added, “First time I will be commenting on Bob’s Post. This one funny die 😂😂😂.”
Bobrisky’s choice to openly adopt a new identity doesn’t come as a shock to those who have followed him over the years. Known for challenging societal norms and never shying away from controversy, the media personality has continued to reinvent himself, or herself, in the public eye.
Whether seen as a step forward in personal expression or a publicity move, one thing remains certain: Bobrisky knows how to keep Nigerians talking.
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