A Nigerian lady has gone viral after sharing her deeply emotional and inspiring academic journey — one marked by sacrifice, courage, and eventual triumph. The young woman, who identified herself as @ayomie on X (formerly Twitter), revealed how she made the painful decision to drop out of the Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA) in her final year (400 level) before restarting her studies from scratch at Lead City University.
Her post, which quickly gained traction online, resonated with thousands of Nigerians who praised her strength and determination to rise again despite the odds. Many described her journey as a powerful example of perseverance and faith in the face of uncertainty.
The Breaking Point and Life-Changing Decision
According to @ayomie, the decision to withdraw from FUTA was not an easy one. After years of stress and exhaustion, she had reached a point of burnout but still couldn’t bring herself to quit — until a single tweet changed everything in 2017.
The tweet, written by Nigerian entrepreneur and politician Oloye Akin Alabi, read: “You are 30 so don’t want to go for a 5-year course because when you finish you will be 35. Whether you go back or not, you will be 35 in 5 years.”
Those words, she said, became the catalyst for her transformation. They gave her the courage to start over, despite how much time she had already invested in her degree at FUTA. That same day, she made the bold decision to leave FUTA in her second semester of 400 level and begin anew at Lead City University.
Restarting From Zero: A Journey of Faith and Perseverance
Starting all over again was not easy. @ayomie described how she faced criticism, self-doubt, and financial challenges. Yet, she stayed focused, driven by the belief that it was never too late to rewrite her story.
She worked hard through her new academic program, dedicating herself fully to her studies and refusing to be defined by her past setbacks. Over the years, her persistence paid off — she successfully graduated from Lead City University and later received her NYSC call-up letter, symbolizing the completion of her academic journey.
Emotional Reflection and Public Reaction
Reflecting on her remarkable journey, she wrote:
“I was exhausted, tired of everything. Then one Thursday, I saw this tweet on WhatsApp. Something in me shifted. That same day, I made the hardest choice. I left FUTA in 400L, second semester, to start all over again at Lead City. Today, I’m a graduate. Serving my country with joy.”
Her story immediately went viral, drawing emotional reactions and encouraging messages from Nigerians across social media. Many commended her bravery for prioritizing her mental health and future over societal pressure and expectations. Others said her story reignited their hope to chase unfulfilled dreams regardless of age or setbacks.
One user commented, “This story gave me chills. It’s never too late to start again. You’re a living proof that delay isn’t denial.” Another wrote, “You just inspired me to go back to school next year. Thank you for sharing your journey.”
Her post continues to trend as Nigerians celebrate her story as a powerful message of hope, resilience, and self-belief — a reminder that the road to success isn’t always straight, but determination can turn even the hardest detour into destiny.
