Nollywood star Iyabo Ojo rape revelation about surviving rape five times during an emotional interview on Talk to B. The actress, known for her activism and bold personality, shared harrowing details of her childhood, career struggles, and advocacy for sexual assault survivors.
Early Life & Trauma
Iyabo Ojo grew up in a large extended family, raised by her grandmother after her parents’ separation. Her father, a “spoilt rich child” who prioritized partying, became more like a distant uncle than a parent. This unstable upbringing led to a “confusing yet fun” childhood. Tragically, she revealed she was raped five times at different stages of her life, a trauma that still haunts her.
Education, Pregnancy, & Career
After secondary school, Iyabo worked as a sales rep. Her admission to the University of Lagos (Unilag) was revoked due to failing English, forcing her to attend Lagos State Polytechnic. She later forfeited her education entirely after getting pregnant. Despite pressure to marry her child’s father, the union collapsed due to neglect and emotional abuse.
Her acting career began boldly: after watching Bimbo Akintola in a film, Iyabo knocked on the actress’s gate to request mentorship. This fearless move launched her into Nollywood stardom.
Activism & Advocacy
Iyabo’s rape revelation during the interview underscores her advocacy for survivors. “I understand the pain of molestation,” she told host Biola Adebayo. The trauma has made her fiercely protective of her daughter, Priscilla, even writing a letter to confirm emergency contacts at her school.
She emphasized educating both male and female children about consent and respect. “I discipline my kids strictly,” she said, using her platform to fight for girls’ rights.
Love Life & Moving Forward
Iyabo met her current partner, Paulo, via Instagram DM. After declining his Dubai event invite, they bonded over a dinner date. “The rest is history,” she quipped.