Priscilla Ojo Breaks Silence on Controversies Trailing Iyabo Ojo’s Movie Premiere

Priscilla Ojo Breaks Silence on Controversies Trailing Iyabo Ojo’s Movie Premiere

  • Priscilla Ojo reacted to the series of controversies that trailed her mother, Iyabo Ojo's movie premiere, noting how drama has followed the film since its announcement
  • The influencer pointed out a pattern aimed at ruining her mother's plans, but declared that The Return of Arinzo would sell regardless of the distractions
  • Priscilla noted that her mother gets dragged for fighting people's battles, but when it's time for them to fight for her, they go mute

Nigerian influencer Priscilla Ojo, daughter of Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo, has spoken out after controversies erupted during the premiere of her mother’s new film, The Return of Arinzo, on Sunday, March 29.

The event, which drew several Nollywood stars, was marked by viral moments, including Funke Akindele snubbing Toyin Abraham’s greeting and Madam Saje ignoring Odunlade Adekola’s attempt to greet her.

Priscilla Ojo defends Iyabo Ojo over movie premiere drama, notes how her mother fights people's battles but they go mute when she needs support
Priscilla Ojo addresses the back-to-back controversies that have trailed her mother Iyabo Ojo's new movie since its announcement. Photo: its.priscy/iyaboojofespris
Source: Instagram

Reacting through a lengthy Instagram post, Priscilla, also known as Priscy, noted that since her mother announced the movie, controversies have followed one after another.

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She said there seemed to be a deliberate pattern aimed at ruining Iyabo Ojo’s plans, but expressed confidence that the film would succeed.

“Always misunderstood, always blamed !! even when she’s not the one in the mix . Since Arinzo’s announcement can’t you see the pattern alot of drama back to back just for one aim: ruin her plans But God’s stronger than man. And this movie will sell in Jesus’ name! 🙏🏽” She wrote on her Instagram page.

She explained that whenever her mother stays quiet, people twist the story, and when she speaks, they get angry and still twist it.

“When she’s quiet, they twist the story!!!! When she speaks, they get angry about the truth 🤷‍♀️and still twist the story!”

Priscy added that her mother’s good heart always shines through, pointing to the large turnout at the premiere as proof of the support she enjoys.

She explained that Iyabo Ojo often fights battles for others but is left alone when it is her turn.

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The influencer concluded by declaring her full support for her mother and promising that she and her fans will show up in numbers when the movie officially hits cinemas on April 3, 2026.

Read Priscilla Ojo's Instagram post below:

Fans react to Priscilla Ojo's post

Legit.ng compiled the reactions of netizens below:

@c33why said:

"Sold out geng😍😍😍🎉return of arinzo to the world🔥"

@enioluwaofficial commented:

"Eyes on the prizeeee!!!😍🔥"

@diiadem wrote:

"That's the spirit my love!!! 👏👏👏👏"

@juxpriscyplus reacted:

"Queen Mother occupies a unique space in our public life,and it's a space God wants her to fill. It's a place we were gradually losing over the years without realising it. Someone that everyone expects to stand for them. For all the years you've been standing up for people. IYABO ALICE OJO,you shall not fail."

@thejpdiariescanada said:

"we love you QUEEN! We mount for you. THE RETURN IF ARINZO IS A SOLD OUT MOVIE by Gods special Grace."
Priscilla Ojo speaks on how people twist stories about her mother Iyabo Ojo whether she stays quiet or speaks up
Priscilla Ojo assures Iyabo Ojo of fans' support following controversies at The Return of Arinzo premiere. Photo: its.priscy/iyaboojofespris
Source: Instagram

Priscilla and Juma Jux celebrate their anniversary

Earlier, Legit.ng reported that Priscilla Ojo and her husband, Juma Jux, uniquely marked their first wedding anniversary on Saturday, February 7.

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The couple recreated an iconic photo of late rapper 2Pac and singer Janet Jackson from the 1993 movie Poetic Justice in a joint Instagram post.

They also shared that they met in Rwanda and later tied the knot in a multi-part wedding ceremony before welcoming their son, Prince Raheem Ayomide Mkambala.

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