Iyabo Ojo, a Nollywood actress, has responded to criticism she received for endorsing FAAN.
The actress had let many down by posting a promotional film showing off the improvements at Lagos’s Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA).
While displaying the terminal’s significant modifications, Ojo commended FAAN and called the changes a wonderful transition.
In a long Instagram post, the movie star defended herself by saying she wasn’t compensated to give them praise. She mentioned how they asked her to help spread the word about the changes, and she accepted without asking for anything or signing a contract.
“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.
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.
Note: My fees as an influencer are way higher than the cost to pay and film at the airport — so I won’t call it “trade” by Bata… but just for the love of seeing changes.
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”.
Live with Purpose, Love with Passion. Remember to be happy
One ❤️❤️❤️
Rose Ajieh
