Iyabo Ojo returns to Nigeria for second phase of daughter’s wedding

Nollywood actress, Iyabo Ojo, fondly known as Queen Mother, has returned to Nigeria after attending the first phase of her daughter Priscilla’s wedding in Tanzania.

The actress, who has been actively sharing her excitement about her daughter’s wedding on social media, expressed her gratitude for a surprise welcome home reception organised by her close friends and sisters.

In a video posted on Instagram on Sunday, she wrote, “I’m speechless! I thought I was the only ‘extra’ one, but my friends and sisters just took it to a whole new level! This surprise welcome back home party was everything and more! I’m still reeling from the shock – I never saw it coming!

“Thank you, each and every one of you, for this heartfelt, warming, and wonderful surprise! I’m truly grateful. God bless you all! I love you all!”

It was reported earlier this month that Priscilla tied the knot with Tanzanian singer, Juma Jux, in a traditional ceremony in line with the groom’s customs.

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This was followed by Juma Jux’s second proposal to Priscilla before her “family and dearest friends and with a ring twice the size.”

After this, the couple had a civil wedding in Tanzania, with the actress announcing on Instagram, “Three done and dusted, three to go! Nigeria, get ready! We’re shutting down two ceremonies in April! It’s going to be Epic!”

As the family continues to celebrate the union, Iyabo Ojo announced that the second part of the festivities will kick off in April, with both traditional and white weddings set to take place in Nigeria.

She also revealed that the grand finale party will take place in Tanzania in May.

She wrote, “To everyone who flew in to celebrate the beautiful union of my daughter, Priscilla, and son, Juma, I’m forever grateful! The three-part celebration was a resounding success, and I give God all the glory.

“Next, we have two more exciting events: the traditional and white weddings in April, both in Nigeria, followed by the grand finale party in Tanzania in May! May we live to witness our children celebrate their own milestones.

“Thank you, dear fans, loved ones, and family, for your unwavering love and support. May the union of #its.priscy and #juma_jux be blessed, and may your hearts’ desires be fulfilled. Thank you once again!”

The wedding, with the hashtag #JP2025, have sparked excitement among fans, building anticipation for what is expected to be one of the year’s most discussed celebrity weddings.