Iyabo Ojo Declares Her Failed Marriage Was the Price for Priscilla’s Future to Succeed [VIDEO]

Nollywood Star Says Her Own Pain Became a Foundation for Her Daughter’s Happiness

Veteran Nollywood actress, Iyabo Ojo, has opened up emotionally about her past marital experience, revealing that her failed union was the price paid so that her daughter, Priscilla Ojo, could enjoy a lasting and fulfilling marriage.

The heartfelt moment took place during Priscilla’s baby shower ceremony in Canada, held on a quiet Sunday evening, where the actress publicly declared her blessings and hopes for her daughter’s marital journey.

In a touching viral video currently trending on social media platforms, Iyabo Ojo expressed with conviction that although her marriage ended, she strongly believes Priscilla’s marriage will be successful and long-lasting.

“Even though my marriage didn’t succeed, yours will. You’ll grow old with your husband by your side,” Iyabo said, while addressing Priscilla warmly. “You’ve married the true bone of your bones. I’ve already paid the sacrifice for your own marriage to thrive.”

The actress’s statement resonated deeply with the audience present at the event and has since sparked conversations across the Nigerian entertainment space and beyond. Her words reflect the pain and growth she has experienced in her personal life, particularly from her previous relationship with her estranged ex-husband, Ademidun Ojo.

Iyabo Ojo, now a proud single mother of two, made this declaration nearly twenty years after her marriage collapsed. The actress had earlier revealed in a 2023 interview that her marriage to Ademidun was the beginning of her experience with financial hardship—stating that it was her “first real taste of poverty.”

Her vulnerability and unwavering support for her daughter mirror the strength and resilience that many Nigerian women embody. As seen in the viral clip, the actress’s voice carried not just emotion but also hope—a hope that her daughter’s union would embody everything hers lacked.

This moment not only highlighted the tight-knit bond between Iyabo and Priscilla but also struck a chord with many Nigerians who watched the clip and shared it online, admiring the motherly strength and prophetic affirmation.