Kris Asimonye, wife of Nigerian comedian Bovi Ugboma, has revealed that she did not change her surname after marriage because her husband advised her not to.

In a short Instagram post, Kris Asimonye said the decision was made early in their marriage, even though she did not fully understand it at the time.

She explained that as she began to build her career and personal brand, the reason became clear.
“Now, building Kris Asimonye as a brand, I understand completely,” she wrote.

Her statement has sparked online conversations about identity and women keeping their names after marriage, with many praising the couple’s mutual support.