Popular Nollywood actress and entrepreneur, Iyabo Ojo, has taken to social media to express her overwhelming joy following the birth of her first grandchild, Rakeem Ayomide Mkambala. The actress, who is fondly called "Queen Mother" by fans, announced that she would be celebrating the special occasion with a remarkable gesture of love and generosity.
Iyabo’s daughter, Priscilla Ojo, recently welcomed baby Rakeem with Tanzanian music star, Juma Jux, and the little one has quickly become a source of happiness not just for the family, but also for fans across Africa who have flooded social media with congratulatory messages.
In an Instagram post, Iyabo Ojo revealed that she would be giving out ₦50,000 each to 60 lucky expectant and nursing mothers, specifically those whose babies were born in 2025. The giveaway, amounting to ₦3 million in total, is her way of celebrating the arrival of her grandson while also extending kindness to other mothers who are experiencing the challenges and blessings of childbirth.
The emotional post partly read:
“In the mood of celebration, I, Prince Rakeem Ayomide Mkambala, am pleased to announce a special gift from my glamma, Queen Mother, and my humble self—the cutest baby on the block! We’ll be giving out ₦50,000 each to 60 lucky expectant mothers and mothers with babies born in 2025. This is our way of spreading love and joy, as we step into this new journey together.”
She further cautioned that only genuine entries would be considered, urging mothers to apply honestly while warning against fraudulent accounts attempting to exploit the giveaway. According to her, the initiative is solely intended to support real mothers going through the ups and downs of motherhood.
Iyabo Ojo added that this was just the beginning of her family’s celebrations, noting that she plans to continue honoring mothers in subsequent projects. She emphasized that being a mother, and now a grandmother, has deepened her appreciation for the strength and resilience of women everywhere.
The announcement sparked massive reactions online, with fans praising Iyabo for her thoughtfulness and for using the birth of her grandson as an opportunity to uplift other mothers. Many described her as a woman who truly embodies the spirit of giving and compassion.
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