Priscilla Ojo Slams ‘Insensitive’ Postpartum Illusion Claims

Social media influencer and entrepreneur Priscilla Ojo-Mkambala has moved swiftly to debunk a viral claim that she dismissed postpartum depression as a financial “illusion.” The brand influencer, who welcomed her first child in 2025, expressed deep disappointment after a screenshot circulated on 𝕏 (formerly Twitter) on January 30, 2026, falsely attributing the inflammatory remarks to her.

The controversy erupted when a post alleged that the new mother had told followers she never experienced the condition, going as far as to suggest that postpartum struggles are merely a byproduct of poverty. Priscilla, the daughter of Nollywood icon Iyabo Ojo, fired back on her Instagram story, labeling the fabrication “very insulting and insensitive” to mothers worldwide who have navigated the complex mental health challenge.

“I never said this. What’s wrong with Twitter people? Be ready to provide evidence!!” Priscilla wrote, visibly frustrated by the spread of misinformation. She challenged those propagating the narrative to present a verifiable source, noting that she would never trivialize a medical condition that affects women regardless of their social or economic standing.

Medical experts have long maintained that postpartum depression is a serious clinical condition involving hormonal changes, sleep deprivation, and psychological shifts. Health professionals reiterate that the condition does not discriminate based on wealth, debunking the very sentiment the fake post tried to pin on the influencer.

The author of the original post, a user identified as _elite_girl, has since issued a public apology. The user claimed that the tweet was authored by an assistant handling the account at the time and admitted that leaving the post up was a “misleading” mistake. The apology, which begged for mercy, acknowledged that the claim was “extreme and completely against my values.”

Priscilla, who married Tanzanian music star Juma Jux in 2025 in a series of high-profile Pan-African ceremonies, has been open about her journey into motherhood. She has frequently credited her smooth transition to the immense emotional and physical support provided by her mother and her husband during her “omugwo” and early days with her son, Rakeem.

The mother of one emphasized that her positive experience was the result of a strong support system, not a lack of empathy for others’ struggles. By speaking out, she joins a growing list of public figures fighting back against “fake news” screenshots designed to trigger outrage and engagement at the expense of their reputations.

As the dust settles, Priscilla’s rebuttal serves as a reminder of the dangers of unverified social media narratives. She urged her followers to remain discerning and warned that she would not hesitate to hold those spreading malicious falsehoods accountable for the trauma such claims can cause to the wider community of mothers.