Esther Salifu
Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo has publicly defended her daughter, Priscilla Ojo, following criticism from a Tanzanian national who accused Priscilla and her husband, Tanzanian singer Juma Jux, of posting distracting content during a critical political period in Tanzania.
In a social media post directed at Priscilla, the Tanzanian critic named Mange kimambi who also is a media personality expressed concerns over the couple’s online activities, suggesting that their content was diverting attention from significant political struggles in the country.
“Your Tanzanian in-laws love you. You seem like such a sweet girl, we have welcomed you into our country with loving arms, but Tanzania is in a fight of a lifetime. We are fighting for our rights. We need our people to pay attention to the fight, so we don’t need you and Jux to distract our people with stupid content that the government wants you guys to post,” Kimamabi stated.
The message further urged the couple to refrain from posting for the next five months, aligning with the country’s election period, and to avoid content that could be perceived as supportive of the current government.
Iyabo Ojo took to her page to warn the lady stating “I’m an activist, and as one, I stand by my principles and fight for what I believe in, without insulting anyone or targeting anyone. True leadership requires presence and courage. It’s laughable that you, living in America, think you can dictate to my daughter and her husband, who are living their lives in Tanzania,” she stated.
Concluding her response, Iyabo Ojo firmly asserted her daughter’s autonomy and the family’s protective stance.
“Keep my daughter out of your affairs. She’ll post what she likes, when she likes, and how she likes. She doesn’t need you to love her. She is very loved and well loved. We protect our own… Never forget that,” she affirmed.
The exchange has sparked discussions on social media about the intersection of personal expression and political activism, especially concerning public figures and their families.
