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Nollywood Star Iyabo Ojo's Daughter Recounts Mother's Remarkable Generosity

From The Punch · (35m ago) English Positive tone

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo's daughter, Priscilla, shared heartwarming anecdotes about her mother's generosity.
  • Priscilla recounted how her mother often opened their home to accommodate and care for numerous children, even breastfeeding a relative.
  • The influencer emphasized her mother's compassionate nature and her single-handed efforts in raising her children.

In a touching display of familial love and admiration, influencer Priscilla Ojo has offered a glimpse into the profound generosity and nurturing spirit of her mother, Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo. Priscilla's account paints a picture of a woman whose heart extends far beyond her immediate family, often opening her home and resources to those in need.

Even more than 10, they were not just living with us. Sometimes I would just wake up and see another child and I would ask, ‘Mummy, who is this? Why is she sharing my room?’

— Priscilla OjoRecounting how her mother's home was often filled with other children.

Priscilla shared intimate details of her childhood, recalling how their home was a sanctuary for many children. She described waking up to find unfamiliar children sharing her room, a testament to her mother's open-door policy. The actress's kindness was so profound that she even breastfed one of Priscilla's cousins, a gesture that deeply moved Priscilla and highlighted the depth of her mother's compassion.

She has a lot of children. She even breastfed one of my cousins. That is how golden her heart is.

— Priscilla OjoDescribing the extent of her mother's generosity.

Speaking in an interview, Priscilla expressed her desire to defend her mother against public criticism, particularly following backlash over her new movie. She noted the irony that while her mother consistently stood up for others, many remained silent when she faced adversity. This desire to speak up stems from a deep-seated appreciation for her mother's sacrifices, especially in raising Priscilla and her brother single-handedly after her parents' separation.

I wanted to be the one to speak up for my mum when there was backlash for her new movie. She’s always standing up for people, but when it was her turn, everyone was silent. I didn’t care if people would drag me. I just didn’t want her to feel empty.

— Priscilla OjoExplaining her motivation for defending her mother publicly.

Priscilla's narrative serves as a powerful counterpoint to any controversies surrounding Iyabo Ojo, emphasizing the actress's role as a devoted mother and a remarkably generous individual. It highlights a side of the celebrity that resonates deeply, showcasing a maternal strength and kindness that has shaped her children's lives and touched the lives of many others within their community.

My parents fell out of love, and my mum played the role of both parents very well. I didn’t feel like a father figure was missing.

— Priscilla OjoReflecting on her mother's role in raising her and her brother.
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Originally published by The Punch in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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