Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo has captured the attention of fans with her heartfelt gesture during her colleague Mercy Aigbe's mother's burial ceremony. The emotional event, which took place recently, saw numerous celebrities gathering to pay their final respects.
Thoughtful Souvenirs Steal the Spotlight
In a viral video circulating online, Iyabo Ojo, affectionately known as "Queen Mother" among her fans, became the center of attention with the unique souvenirs she distributed at the funeral. The actress was spotted wearing her cord-lace aso ebi, holding one of the specially designed bags she planned to share with guests.
Another woman who matched outfits with the popular actress also carried identical bags as they danced and prepared to distribute them to attendees. The small bags, creatively designed to resemble 25kg rice sacks, were actually filled with rice, making them both practical and memorable keepsakes from the solemn occasion.
Personalized Touches and Family Connections
What made the souvenirs particularly special was Iyabo Ojo's personal branding touch. The white sacks featured a photograph of her daughter, Priscilla, and son-in-law, Juma Jux. This same image had been prominently used during the lavish wedding ceremony Iyabo organized for her only daughter last year.
Observant fans quickly noticed the connection and recalled the "JP" hashtag that had been associated with Priscilla and Juma Jux's wedding celebrations. The thoughtful incorporation of this family imagery added an extra layer of meaning to the funeral souvenirs.
Heartwarming Fan Reactions and Online Buzz
The video of Iyabo Ojo's gesture sparked an outpouring of positive reactions from fans across social media platforms. Many viewers expressed their admiration for the actress's genuine support of her colleague during this difficult time.
Several fans humorously commented that they were "present online" at the burial and requested their own souvenirs from the generous actress. The comments section became filled with both praise for Iyabo Ojo and lighthearted requests for the JP rice bags.
Some social media users also referenced fellow actress Lizzy Anjorin in their comments, suggesting that the controversial star might have strong reactions to seeing Iyabo Ojo's thoughtful gesture. This added an extra layer of entertainment industry dynamics to the online conversation.
The burial ceremony itself was described as a grand affair, with Mercy Aigbe organizing a lavish send-off for her mother, who had passed away several months earlier. The presence of numerous Nollywood colleagues and the touching gestures like Iyabo Ojo's souvenir distribution highlighted the strong bonds within the entertainment community during times of loss.
