IK Osakioduwa explains why he stopped using his father’s name

Media personality IK Osakioduwa has shared the personal story behind why he changed his surname a decision he says marked a major turning point in his life and career. According to The Guardian, speaking with actress Nancy Isime on her show, IK recalled visiting a military hospital in Ikeja with his father, a serving Nigerian Army officer, when a routine name registration sparked a moment of reflection. I thought to myself, Im almost a full-on adult. And Im still saying Im so-and-sos son? That moment made me realise I needed to wake up and start building my own identity. At the time, his surname was Obiara, but IK said he began questioning everything, especially after reading about the biblical story of Jacobs name change. I started researching my own name. Then I discovered my surname is embedded in some deity somewhere. Im like, what does that mean? No, Im a Christian. So I was like, okay, I want a different name. What followed was a four-year effort to convince his father to approve the change. With silent support from his mother and much prayer, he eventually chose Osakioduwa. I know Osa is God. Ioduwa means God opens the door to wealth. Like now thats a name. Looking back, IK says the decision was life-changing. That name literally changed my life. My door to wealth opened.The post IK Osakioduwa explains why he stopped using his fathers name appeared first on Linda Ikeji Blog.