Because of cultural prohibitions invoked by elders, prohibitions the family says were weaponised to silence the girls, the twins were barred from breastfeeding or keeping the children.
The twins, appearing cheerful and healthy, drew attention for their chubby cheeks, bobbed hair, and coordinated outfits.
The official announcement comes days after speculation began online following a video posted by Simi hinting at an expanding family.
The girl, a Form Tow drop out, delivered three boys. However, one of them died.