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My Daughter Has Succeeded, I’m a Landlady in Lekki” — Iyabo Ojo Speaks on Single Motherhood and Success

Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo has sparked widespread conversations online after making a candid and emotional statement about single motherhood, personal success, and faith.

The actress, known for her outspoken nature, challenged long-standing societal stereotypes about single mothers, insisting that success should be measured by personal stability, fulfilled children, and inner peace rather than marital status. Eyes Of Lagos reports,

Iyabo Ojo Reflects on Her Journey as a Single Mother

Speaking during a recent public engagement, Iyabo Ojo recounted her experience raising her children alone at a young age, describing the journey as difficult but ultimately rewarding.

According to her, there were moments filled with confusion, exhaustion, and emotional strain, especially while navigating motherhood without a partner. However, she maintained that resilience, perseverance, and faith in God helped her overcome those challenges.

“There’s confusion in their midst. I’m the president-general of single mothers because my daughter has succeeded, my son has succeeded, and my life is better,” she said.

She added that there were times she felt overwhelmed and uncertain about the future, admitting she never imagined owning property in one of Lagos’ highbrow areas.

“If they told me I’d be a landlady in Lekki, I would have said it was a lie. It wasn’t me, it was God,” the actress stated.

On Relationships, Faith, and Parenting

Iyabo Ojo also shared her views on relationships, stressing that both men and women make choices that shape their marital outcomes. She emphasized the importance of faith and personal accountability while speaking highly of fathers who actively participate in their children’s lives.

“Na man go leave you, na man go marry you. Na woman go leave you, na woman go marry you. Put your faith in God and see whether God will not do it for you,” she said.

She further noted that responsible fatherhood earns her admiration, describing men who care for their children as attractive in character and values.

Mixed Reactions on Social Media

Her comments quickly generated mixed reactions online, with social media users sharing varying opinions.

While some praised her honesty and resilience, others criticized her remarks, interpreting them as dismissive of marriage as an achievement. Several commenters described her statement as a blend of humour, confidence, and inspiration, while critics questioned the timing and tone of her message.

Despite the differing opinions, the actress’ comments have once again placed conversations around single motherhood, success, and societal expectations at the forefront of public discourse.

https://eyesoflagos.com/2026/01/04/iyabo-ojo-single-motherhood-success-lekki/

Congratulations ma’am.

You’re not the first, neither would you be the last to achieve such feat.

So we should start dancing. Wats our business with that one.

Her life, her choice.
Nothing concern me

Congratulations madam Ijabo. It’s not easy

It's your life. Rejoice and praise God for your successes however they come.

Good for her. Hopefully it will be sustained.

Wetin concern me. Anything wey pesin be na 4him pocket.

And she's saying na God do am... surely our God is a merciful God. When she knows the truth that God doesn't support some lifestyles.

This is impressive
I love iyabo ojo so much
I love the fact that she was able to raise her children well and they have made her proud
I don't see any thing wrong in being a single mother
Being a single mother isn't a curse
It's a blessing in disguise
Just make the most out of the situation
Afterall there are children whose parents are still alive and all of them na area boys and girls

Your daughter is good for you, and not for Nigeria.
Seyi is good for Tinubu and not for me. I am still struggling to be good to myself

Madam, congrats on succeeding as a single mother.

But, this is not worth all this noise.

Congrats sis.

let the haters continue while you keep progressing.

Tinubu govt will soon start taxing properties... most land owners will loose their lands because of d taxation i can sense from afar

Congratulations, I hope no be for the side wey dey flood after heavy rain fall oo?

so how those this refund the price of PMS in the country abeg shift

Which Lekki are you talking about, is it the Lekki that is flooded and smelling whenever it rains? No drainage, no good gutter system.
Lekki is overrated.
Congratulations 👏 anyway.

Sometimes I get discouraged n sometimes I feel like giving up in dis life.....people like us struggle to buy n sell even with integrity but at d end, we can't even afford to pay house rent or even buy essential things like cars or buy land yet u see some boys will just in a sitting splash money that even in 2 years, u can't save that money....r we to stop bin nice cos we fear God and start doing things our conscience won't let us do?

If Iyabo Ojo and Tonto Dike enter your matter, and VDM come get interest join, just know that you don enter am be that.

saintkel:
Sometimes I get discouraged n sometimes I feel like giving up in dis life.....people like us struggle to buy n sell even with integrity but at d end, we can't even afford to pay house rent or even buy essential things like cars or buy land yet u see some boys will just in a sitting splash money that even in 2 years, u can't save that money....r we to stop bin nice cos we fear God and start doing things our conscience won't let us do?

The life no balance my brother ...


Just take d life the way you see it

This is commendable for her resilience and strength but there are many hidden or submerged facts which she can't spill out during those trying times for the sake of being labelled all sort of names.
People look at the surface but ignore the entirety of what makes the surface.

My question is, if she is to advice single mother on her journey on camera (I mean in private) what will she be telling them?

Na cotton wool full this woman skull, no single brain at all.

keemsleek:
And she's saying na God do am... surely our God is a merciful God. When she knows the truth that God doesn't support some lifestyles.

people follow people to do things without checking the consequences thereafter.

Some people are just gullible, they are just like push-button, anything you say they instantly believe without proof or questioning the modules.

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My Daughter Has Succeeded, I’m a Landlady in Lekki” — Iyabo Ojo Speaks on Single Motherhood and Success



https://eyesoflagos.com/2026/01/04/iyabo-ojo-single-motherhood-success-lekki/

Congratulations to her.

Lol. She's just feeling bad that she's a single mother.

No amount of money can replace that feeling of not being completed by a man.

It will always eat at her. Best she can do is ignore and live a quiet life. These outbursts do more harm than good.

who cares?

No one gives a flying.......

Someone on Facebook said that since she said single mummy life is bae, she should initiate her daughter into it. Come see how ladies were raining insult and abuse on the person

saintkel:
Sometimes I get discouraged n sometimes I feel like giving up in dis life.....people like us struggle to buy n sell even with integrity but at d end, we can't even afford to pay house rent or even buy essential things like cars or buy land yet u see some boys will just in a sitting splash money that even in 2 years, u can't save that money....r we to stop bin nice cos we fear God and start doing things our conscience won't let us do?

The difference between you and them is the bolded in your statement.
Bros, don't measure your life with the achievement of some people because you might not no what is saving you until you join them. I'm talking from experience.

keemsleek:
And she's saying na God do am... surely our God is a merciful God. When she knows the truth that God doesn't support some lifestyles.

Brilliant response. You got it right 👍

NothingDoMe:
Lol. She's just feeling bad that she's a single mother.

No amount of money can replace that feeling of not being completed by a man.

Lol you are funny, I am laughing 🤣🤣🤣