I’m Iyabo Ojo, and I want to be clear: I’m not ashamed, I’m not afraid, and I’m not sorry for standing against rape. I’ve been raped five times, and I’m tired of hiding. For too long, I carried pain that wasn’t mine to carry, blamed myself, and cried in silence.

The first time it happened, I was young and didn’t understand what was happening. I felt dirty, broken, and alone. Each subsequent incident took a part of me, leaving me feeling like a stranger in my own skin. I became adept at pretending, but deep down, I was hurting.

That’s why I fight so hard now. I speak up for the girl who’s crying in her room, thinking it’s her fault. I speak for the woman who still carries shame that was never hers. I speak for every survivor who feels invisible. I’m unapologetic because silence helps rapists, not victims.

I’ve healed, but the scars remain. Now, I carry them with pride – not as reminders of pain, but as proof that I survived. I’m not seeking pity; I’m using my voice to bring light into dark places. If my story gives one girl the courage to speak, it’s worth it.

To anyone who’s gone through what I’ve experienced: You’re not alone, you’re not dirty, you’re not broken. You’re strong, loved, and not to blame. This is why I’ll always stand against rape – without fear and without apology.

Iyabo Ojo’s statement is a powerful testament to her resilience and determination to speak out against rape.

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