Nollywood actress Tokunbo Latona has disclosed one of the reasons she has opted to quit making appearances in movies recently In addition to discussing how her marriage to her spouse in the UK has impacted her filmmaking profession.
In a video that was posted on the official YouTube channel of Kunleafod TV during an interview, she disclosed that she stopped acting movies because her husband insisted that she relocate to United Kingdom with him.
In her statement, she said, “I left Nigeria in the year 2014, and the last movie I did was in 2015. I stopped acting movies when my husband insisted that I must move to the UK with him.
I got married in the year 2014, and my husband stays in the UK, so I did my last movie in the UK in 2015, but since then I have not produced any movies.”
Latona and her husband faced numerous emotional and physical challenges in their pursuit of parenthood. “It was a long journey,” she expressed with deep feeling. “We tried for 10 years, and it wasn’t easy. We underwent IVF, and I had to go through 250 injections, but I consider myself incredibly lucky that the first attempt was successful.”
Her story showcases her resilience and determination throughout this process. The intensive treatments and the uncertainty of the results made it an overwhelming experience. Nevertheless, her steadfast hope and determination ultimately led to the joy of bringing a child into her life.
Latona shared that she and her husband are expecting another child. “We are expecting another child,” she said, her face glowing with happiness. This news marks an exciting new phase for the couple, filled with hope and gratitude after their previous struggles.
Latona’s candidness about her experiences serves as an inspiration to others facing similar challenges. Her story highlights the harsh realities of infertility and the strength needed to navigate such a tough journey, demonstrating that perseverance and faith can result in a joyful outcome.