Iyabo Ojo Threatens Legal Action Against Baba Ijesha Over Comments About Her Children
Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo has issued a stern warning to actor Olanrewaju Omiyinka, popularly known as Baba Ijesha, threatening legal action over comments he made about her children.
In a recent interview, Baba Ijesha claimed that he once watched over Ojo’s children while she attended to errands. Baba Ijesha, who was released from prison in November 2025 after serving time for sexually assaulting a minor, also suggested that he played a caretaking role during Ojo’s absence.
Iyabo Ojo has strongly refuted the allegations, describing them as “false and misleading.” She stated that her children were always under the care of professional nannies or her late mother. Ojo warned that she would take legal steps if Baba Ijesha continued to mention her children publicly.
This legal threat shows Ojo’s commitment to protecting her children’s privacy and her family’s reputation. The actress emphasized that she only viewed Baba Ijesha as a senior colleague, firmly rejecting any implication of a personal relationship with him.
Baba Ijesha’s comments come months after his release from prison, reigniting discussions surrounding the high-profile 2021 sexual assault case that rocked Nollywood. The actor also alleged that comedian Princess “set him up,” further complicating public perceptions of the case.
The dispute between Iyabo Ojo and Baba Ijesha highlights lingering tensions in Nollywood and the continuing impact of past controversies on celebrities’ personal lives. Legal experts note that pursuing action could reinforce boundaries around children’s privacy in the Nigerian entertainment industry.
As Ojo signals readiness to pursue court action, the saga reminds fans and industry insiders that the fallout from Baba Ijesha’s criminal case continues to reverberate in Nollywood.
