Nollywood actress and entrepreneur Iyabo Ojo is in a reflective mood — and in a candid and deeply personal interview with Seun Oloketuyi, she held nothing back. From crediting her good deeds for her children's success to expressing regret over one of her most controversial public moments, Iyabo gave fans and followers one of her most honest conversations yet. Here is everything she shared.
My Children's Blessings Are a Result of My Good Deeds
One of the most powerful moments in the interview came when Iyabo Ojo spoke about the success and opportunities her children are currently enjoying. Rather than attributing their blessings to luck or circumstance, the actress was confident and direct — she believes what her children are reaping today is a direct reflection of the good she has sown over the years.
She explained her philosophy on life and self-reliance in words that resonated deeply with many who heard them:
"Good pay. I feel like what I am reaping today or my children are reaping today is the good that I have done. When I die today, nobody is dying with me. When I am hungry, no matter how much you love me, you won't give me your womb or your intestines to quench my hunger — I have to sort myself out. Every man is on his own."
It was a raw and refreshingly honest take on life — a reminder that at the end of the day, personal responsibility and the quality of one's actions are what truly shape the future. For Iyabo Ojo, that truth is not just a philosophy. It is something she has lived and continues to see play out in the lives of her children.
Having Children Early Kept Me Young — and Priscilla Put Me on TikTok
Iyabo also took a moment to reflect on the experience of becoming a mother at a young age — and she had nothing but gratitude for it. According to her, having children early is one of the reasons she has managed to stay so vibrant, energetic, and connected to youth culture over the years.
She shared:
"When you have kids early, trust me you don't want to grow old because your kids will always make you feel young. Priscilla talked me into using TikTok — if I didn't have her in my life, I would probably not have made so much money on TikTok."
The mention of TikTok earnings was particularly interesting. Iyabo Ojo has become one of Nollywood's most successful content creators on the platform, and she is giving her daughter Priscilla full credit for pushing her in that direction. It is a touching example of how the relationship between parent and child can be mutually enriching — with the younger generation sometimes leading the way into new opportunities.
Iyabo Ojo Expresses Regret Over Mohbad Exhumation
Perhaps the most surprising and emotionally charged part of the interview came when Iyabo Ojo addressed her involvement in the public campaign calling for the exhumation of late singer Mohbad's body following his tragic and controversial death.
Iyabo had been among the vocal voices pushing for the exhumation as part of the broader demand for answers surrounding Mohbad's passing. However in this interview she revealed that she now has second thoughts about her role in that situation — hinting at a level of remorse over how events unfolded and the part she played in them.
While she did not go into extensive detail about the specific nature of her regrets, the admission itself was significant. Iyabo Ojo is not someone who is known for publicly walking back her positions — making this moment of reflection all the more noteworthy for those who have followed the Mohbad saga closely.
Priscilla's White Wedding Is Coming to Lagos
On a much lighter and more celebratory note, Iyabo Ojo is currently in full mother-of-the-bride mode as she prepares for her daughter Priscilla's white wedding ceremony in Lagos. Priscilla had already tied the knot with her Tanzanian partner in a ceremony held in August, but the Lagos white wedding celebration is set to be a grand and extravagant affair — and by all indications, Iyabo Ojo is pulling out all the stops to make it unforgettable.
The actress had previously expressed her desire for Priscilla to marry early, and seeing that wish come true has clearly brought her enormous joy. The upcoming Lagos celebration is expected to be one of the most high-profile Nollywood events of the season, with all eyes on the mother and daughter duo who have become one of Nigerian entertainment's most beloved pairs.
What This Interview Reveals About Iyabo Ojo
What makes this interview so compelling is the range of emotions and topics Iyabo Ojo was willing to explore in one sitting. From personal philosophy and financial success to parental pride and public regret — she covered it all with the kind of openness that her fans have come to love and respect about her.
Iyabo Ojo has never been afraid to speak her truth, and this interview is a reminder of why she remains one of the most compelling and talked-about personalities in Nigerian entertainment. She is not just an actress — she is a mother, an entrepreneur, a content creator, and a woman who has built her life on her own terms and is not shy about saying so.
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