July 06, (THEWILL) – Actress Iyabo Ojo has reacted to a new movie that was released by Nollywood actor and producer, Yomi Fabiyi, titled “Oko Iyabo.”
In the movie, Fabiyi retold the story of the rape scandal involving Princess, Baba Ijesha and an underaged girl.
Fabiyi, who stood in solidarity with Baba Ijesha, who was arrested for raping a minor, released clips of the movie on Monday.
The story line of the new movie has since sparked controversy, with some Nigerians calling out the actor for making a joke of a serious situation.
Also, some stated that the story line was an apparent mockery of the rape incident.
Joining the fray, Iyabo Ojo urged Nigerians to exercise patience, so they don’t fall into the danger of intruding into the important issue.
She said: “Civility demands all parties, both those directly involved and other interested parties hesitate from being too emotional or biased about the plague of child molestation ravaging our society.
“It is no longer news that Yomi Fabiyi just released a movie, titled, ‘Oko Iyabo’ that portrayed a young girl with the mischievous career goal to be a prostitute.
”It was tragic to see a movie teaching children that it is right to have a relationship with an adult.”
The film star also disclosed that the movie is a gross violation of the Fundamental Human Rights to dignity and also against the Child Rights Law of Lagos State.
Iyabo continued: “This is even against the court ruling that individuals should refrain from commenting or doing anything that would undermine the powers of the court or unduly influence the proceedings in court.
“It is tragic to see a movie teaching our children that it is right to have a relationship with an adult.”
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