Jowizaza has broken his silence on social media following the release of his father, billionaire businessman Joseph Ezeokafor, from kidnappers' den. The socialite, whose full name is Joseph Ezeokafor Jnr, took to Instagram on Saturday, August 15, 2026, to share his first public reaction since the news of his father's freedom broke. His caption was brief but emotional: "Forever grateful."
First Public Reaction After Father's Release
Rather than making a lengthy statement, Jowizaza let gospel music do much of the talking. He featured a song by renowned Nigerian gospel artiste Nathaniel Bassey in the background of his post. The post comes days after his father was abducted on August 4 while travelling to a prayer ground in Awka, Anambra State. The abduction sent shockwaves through his family, business associates, and the broader Anambra community.
Within an hour of the post going up, it gathered thousands of reactions, drawing an outpouring of support from some of Nigeria's most recognisable faces.
Celebrities Flood Comments with Prayers and Congratulations
Among the reactions, @obi_cubana wrote: "Thank You Lord Jesus." @kiddwaya commented: "Thank you father lord." @cubana_chiefpriest shared: "Thank God." @gracieuvoh added: "We thank God for your family. Great news. May God guide strengthen your Dad." @_chinenyenwa23 wrote: "Thank you Jesus, daalu Chukwu oma."
Not everyone kept things solemn, though. A few followers saw an opportunity to have a laugh, with some cheekily requesting bank account details. @keepingthisinfos wrote: "@jowizazaa na to wash am for us online oo... Especially me. Small transfer no go bad." @kelvinlytle67 chimed in: "Glad he is safe .. make I drop account number."
Family Tensions Surface Amidst Joy
Legit.ng previously reported that tensions within the Ezeokafor family have spilled into the open. The eldest daughter of kidnapped Anambra businessman Chief Joseph Ezeokafor publicly blamed her younger brother for making their father a target. Blessing Ezeokafor, in a string of Facebook posts on August 12, directed her frustration squarely at her brother Eberechukwu Ezeokafor, better known as Jowizaza, accusing him of fuelling the crisis through an exaggerated display of wealth on social media.
Her post also captured attention, stirring reactions from Nigerians. The release of Joseph Ezeokafor has brought relief to the family, but the public spat between siblings highlights underlying issues that may continue to unfold.
