Nollywood icon Iyabo Ojo has ushered in her 48th year with profound joy, naming her recent family milestones as the ultimate birthday presents. The celebrated actress, who turned a year older on December 21, 2025, shared her elation on social media, shifting focus from glamour to the richness of family life.
A Year of Milestones and New Titles
In a heartfelt post on Instagram, Iyabo Ojo reflected on a transformative 2025. The year was highlighted by the lavish, cross-continental wedding of her daughter, Priscilla Ojo, to Tanzanian music star Juma Jux. This joyous event was followed by an even greater blessing in August 2025—the birth of her grandson, Rakeem Ayomide Mkambala.
The actress expressed that these life changes have redefined her. She officially embraced the titles of mother-in-law and grandmother, affectionately dubbing herself the "youngest Glamma." She wrote to her followers, stating that adding these roles to her identity was the best gift she received this year, a blessing she prayed would be permanent.
Wealth Defined by Family, Not Fortune
Moving beyond material possessions, Iyabo Ojo offered a poignant definition of true wealth. She revealed that her constant prayer to God has never been for monetary riches but for the happiness, health, and thriving success of her children, Festus and Priscilla, and all her loved ones.
"I’m blessed because I’m surrounded by blessings," she declared, thanking God for making 2025 her year and expressing unwavering faith that 2026 holds even more promise. This declaration underscored her sentiment that this birthday was, without doubt, her "best birthday" ever.
Industry Colleagues and Fans Shower Love
The comment section of her post quickly transformed into a virtual celebration hall. Fellow Nollywood stars from both the Yoruba and English-language film sectors flooded the timeline with warm birthday wishes.
Comedian @brodashaggi hailed her as "QUEEN," while her son-in-law, @juma_jux, simply wrote, "We Love You Mama More Life." Actresses @funkejenifaakindele and @realsusanpeters also joined in celebrating their colleague, offering prayers for continued blessings and fun in her new age.
This show of support follows the actress's recent public appearance with her entire family, including Juma Jux, at the premiere of Toyin Abraham's movie "Oversabi Aunty," a gesture that further warmed the hearts of fans online.
