Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo has officially become a grandmother following the arrival of her daughter, Priscilla Ojo’s first child with Tanzanian singer Juma Jux.
The couple welcomed a baby boy, named Rakeem Ayomide Mkambala, in Canada on Sunday, August 24, 2025.
The joyous news was confirmed by Iyabo Ojo herself, who took to her social media pages to celebrate the milestone, expressing deep gratitude for the safe delivery of both mother and child. “My heart is full. Thank you, Lord, for this blessing,” she shared, alongside a photo of Priscilla and her newborn.
Priscilla, a Nigerian influencer and entrepreneur and Juma Jux, one of East Africa’s most popular musicians, tied the knot earlier this year after months of anticipation and fanfare.
Their wedding ceremonies, which spanned from February to May 2025, were among the most talked-about celebrity events of the year.
The couple first announced they were expecting in July 2025, sparking excitement among their fans across Nigeria and Tanzania.
Just days ago, they hosted an intimate blue-themed gender reveal party, where they confirmed they were expecting a boy. The baby’s arrival has since drawn warm wishes from celebrities, colleagues and fans across the continent.
Iyabo Ojo, known for her vibrant Nollywood career and outspoken personality, has received an outpouring of congratulations from fellow actors, filmmakers and her fanbase, who hailed her new status as a grandmother. Many noted that the birth of her grandson adds yet another exciting chapter to her family’s story.
Both Priscilla and her son are in good health and family sources reveal that the Ojos and Mkambalas are in high spirits as they celebrate this life-changing moment. For Juma Jux, who has long expressed his dream of starting a family, the birth of his son marks a personal and professional milestone, further cementing his role not only as a celebrated musician but also as a devoted father.
As fans continue to share congratulatory messages online, the birth of baby Rakeem Ayomide Mkambala has been hailed as a moment of joy that unites two influential entertainment families across West and East Africa.
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