Iyabo Ojo defends FAAN praise amid criticism

Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo is setting the record straight after backlash over her praise for the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN).

Recently, she shared a promotional video highlighting the upgrades at Murtala Muhammed International Airport, and many criticized her for seemingly endorsing the agency. But Iyabo has made it clear: her actions were driven by love for Nigeria, not politics or payment.

I’m Nigerian.

And I’m a voice. When I see progress, airports upgraded, roads rebuilt, systems improved, etc., I shout it from the rooftops, if need be, not because I’m paid, not because I’m political, but because I feel it and I want good for my country. I will continue to use my craft and my voice to promote Nigeria, and I’m unapologetic about it.”

She explained that FAAN had invited her to showcase the improvements and she agreed for free, without a contract.

“As an influential person, a frequent traveller, a good citizen, and a child of this land… I got approved to film at the airport.

FAAN approached me: ‘You’ve seen the changes. Please help us spread the word’. So I did.

FOR FREE.
No fee.
No contract. Just love for Nigeria.”
Addressing why she chose to praise FAAN, Iyabo said:
“Some ask: Why praise them?

I say, I praise GOOD not government, and if the government does good, I’ll praise them too.
I praised FAAN—they’re doing an amazing job. I patronise them all the time. Even for my daughter’s wedding, they did so well.
My loyalty? To my country. Always.

I’m not just a voice. I’m a movement.
If Nigeria must rise, we ALL must build it.

Silence helps no one.
Progress needs witnesses, needs amplifiers, and needs you and me.
That’s our win.
I’ll work with any political party — as long as it’s about building a better tomorrow for our dear nation.
No hate.
No agenda.
Just hands joined.
Let’s stop dividing.
Start building.”

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