Priscilla Ojo Defends Father’s Absence at Her Wedding Amid Backlash

Priscilla Ojo, the daughter of Nigerian actress Iyabo Ojo, has responded to the criticism surrounding the absence of her father, Ademidun Ojo, at her wedding.

Priscilla, who recently tied the knot with her lover, singer Juma Jux, in a beautiful Islamic ceremony in Tanzania on Friday, faced backlash from social media users after her father’s notable absence at the event.

The absence sparked rumors of a strained relationship between Priscilla and her father, with some speculating that she had deliberately sidelined him during the wedding preparations. Many even connected his absence to a potential ongoing rift between Ademidun Ojo and his ex-wife, Iyabo Ojo, who has been vocal in the past about her challenges during their marriage.

Priscilla Responds to Criticism

To put the rumors to rest, Priscilla took to her Snapchat story, sharing a video call screenshot with her father, Ademidun Ojo, to show that all was well between them. The post was a clear attempt to address the circulating accusations and clarify that her father’s absence was not due to any personal rift, but rather, it was a matter of circumstances.

A Longstanding Public Narrative

This incident is not the first time Priscilla's parents' relationship has been a topic of public discussion. In 2023, Iyabo Ojo opened up during an interview with media personality Toke Makinwa, describing her marriage to Ademidun as her first encounter with poverty, implying significant hardships during their time together.

While Priscilla has made an effort to reassure her followers about her relationship with her father, the absence of a parent at a significant life event often raises questions, and in this case, it led to widespread speculation.

The matter has since quieted, with fans and followers now focusing on the couple’s joyful wedding celebrations and wishing them well in their new journey together.