Nollywood actress and activist Iyabo Ojo has finally spoken out following days of heated backlash and online accusations tied to her involvement in the #JusticeForMohbad campaign. This development comes after social commentator and influencer VeryDarkMan (VDM) publicly criticized her role in the movement, sparking waves of reactions across social media platforms.
Since the tragic and controversial death of singer Mohbad, Iyabo Ojo has been one of the most visible public figures demanding justice. She paid visits to Mohbad’s family, attended vigils, and used her platform to amplify the call for accountability. Her efforts were initially praised until VDM alleged that her involvement was more about social media optics than genuine concern.
VDM, known for his unfiltered commentary, accused several influencers of hijacking Mohbad’s death for clout. “Real justice is quiet and consistent. Not loud and performative,” he said, indirectly pointing fingers at Iyabo Ojo. His comments divided the online community with some agreeing with his views while others defended Iyabo’s sincerity.
In response, Iyabo Ojo released a video passionately addressing the situation. She insisted her actions were rooted in empathy and a desire to support Mohbad’s family. She emphasized that her only motive was justice, not attention or praise.
“I acted from a place of pain. Mohbad's story touched me deeply and I couldn’t stand by in silence,” she stated. She further warned against turning activism into personal attacks and called on the public to stay focused on the real goal, truth and justice.
Addressing VDM, she said, “Tearing others down will not bring justice. Let’s not lose focus.” Iyabo maintained that justice for Mohbad should remain the priority, not clout wars or content creation battles.
This ongoing saga reveals growing tensions within Nigeria’s digital advocacy space. As more public figures lend their voices to causes, questions arise about motives, sincerity and the ethics of activism in the social media age.
While reactions to Iyabo Ojo’s video remain mixed, one thing is clear, the push for justice for Mohbad continues to command national attention and the conversation around it is far from over.
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