Nollywood sensation Iyabo Ojo has shed light on the driving forces behind her age-defying looks, pointing to personal happiness and a vibrant romantic life as her ultimate beauty secrets. Speaking on a recent episode of The Morayo Show, hosted by journalist Morayo Afolabi-Brown, the 48-year-old actress offered a refreshingly candid perspective on relationships, intimacy, and her journey to self-fulfillment.
During the broadcast, Ojo dismissed the notion that marital status dictates a woman’s joy. Instead, she emphasized that true happiness stems from the quality of the partnership. Addressing her radiant appearance, the actress openly attributed her glow to a deeply fulfilling intimate life with her partner, veteran talent manager Paul Okoye.
She explained that the dynamic between partners is what truly matters, noting that physical intimacy plays a massive role in a woman’s vitality. She jokingly suggested that she might be receiving far more fulfillment in that area than some of her married peers.
Nurturing Love with Paul Okoye
Ojo’s romance with Paul Okoye, widely known as Paul O, has been in the public eye since they confirmed their relationship in 2022. Describing their bond, the actress highlighted maturity and mutual respect as the cornerstones of their partnership. Despite their demanding professional lives, she explained that they always find ways to support and understand each other.
While acknowledging that they experience the typical highs and lows of any couple, Ojo stressed that maintaining boundaries and respecting each other’s space has allowed their relationship to thrive over the years.
Reflections on a Challenging First Marriage
Beyond her current happiness, the movie star also reflected on her past, specifically her previous marriage to Ademidun Ojo. The former couple married in 1999 when Iyabo was 21 and separated just two years later in 2001, sharing two children, Festus and Priscilla.
In a sobering revelation, Ojo admitted that she stayed in the union much longer than she should have, stating that the relationship realistically should have concluded on their actual wedding night. However, she expressed profound gratitude for her decision to walk away, noting that her children’s current success is a direct result of her choosing a healthier path years ago.
The former couple recently made headlines when they reunited publicly in April 2025 during their daughter Priscilla’s wedding to Tanzanian music star Juma Jux, marking a rare joint appearance after Ademidun had been absent from earlier traditional ceremonies in Tanzania.