17-year-old Nigerian boy defies UTME failure, makes N14.5m from comic books he writes

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A Nigerian boy who faced disappointment after failing Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examinations (UTME) twice has found immense success by tapping into his talent as a comic book writer. The inspiring story, which went viral on Twitter thanks to user Dev Tobs, sheds light on the young boy’s journey to financial prosperity and academic pursuits. According to the Twitter thread, the unnamed boy attempted the UTME twice but did not achieve the desired results. However, his family recognized his gift for writing and encouraged him to explore it further. In a fortuitous twist, his brother, a close friend of Dev Tobs and a software engineer, advised him to publish his comic books on popular platforms like Amazon, Etsy, and others. The boy channeled his efforts into his newfound passion and began publishing his comic books on the online platforms. The response was overwhelming, with readers appreciating his creative storytelling and unique artistic style. As a result, his comic books started gaining significant traction and popularity, leading to substantial financial success. The Twitter thread revealed that the talented writer amassed an astonishing sum of N14.5 million (approximately $19,000) within a span of two years. Overwhelmed by his success, the boy made a life-changing decision to pursue his dreams further by relocating to Canada to pursue a bachelor’s degree. The tweet reads; “He wrote JAMB twice with no major headway, but his folks noticed he had a flair for writing, hence his brother who’s my close pal, also a software Engineer, advised he starts hoisting the comic books he writes on this Amazon thingy, Etsy and one other one.” He has made so much money from it. “Yes, you didn’t misread, he made $19k (N14.5 million). Two years down the line today, I got news he’s moved up to Canada for his bachelor’s and I couldn’t stop but feel happier.”  @thefavourigwe said; “The Amazon thingy is called Amazon KDP and yes people make a whole lot of money uploading comics, novels, activity books (coloring, puzzles) etc… Different kinds of books basically.” @ebenofere commented; “This is beautiful. You can make anything out of yourself if you really want it. Where there is a will, there is a way.”  See below; In 2021, I met this 17 year old Nigerian lad that had made $19,000. Yes , you didn’t misread, $19k 😭. He wrote JAMB twice with no major headway but His folks noticed he had flair for writing, hence his brother who’s my close pal, also a software Engineer advised he starts… — Dev.tobs🇳🇬🇺🇸|MDsc. EMCDs. (@DevTobs) July 8, 2023

“They will grow together” -Nigerian grandmother buys oversized clothes for grandson

"They will grow together" -Nigerian grandmother buys oversized clothes for grandson

A Nigerian grandmother has gotten diverse reactions from netizens after she bought oversized clothes she bought for her grandson. The mother of the little boy identified as @big_baby_somz on the TikTok app expressed shock over the clothes her mother bought for her son. In the video shared, the little boy was seen wearing the oversized clothes his grandmother bought for him one after the other. The mother of the little boy shared the video and captioned it, “When grandma buys you clothes.” A lot of social media users testified that most grandmothers buy oversize clothes for their grandchildren. Read some comments below.. @Orezyfresh said: “My grandma’s handwork.” @hannahmikasesay6 said: “When Grandma believes that growing with it helps save money.” @sweedypresh30 reacted: “I nor fit laugh.” @Ayo said: “It’s giving rich gangster dressing senses.” @Adepa billionaire commented: “He will grow inside the clothes.” @sweetieoliveluvsu said: “They will grow together.” @big_baby_somz She said he will grow into them 😂😂😂😂😂 #africanmum #africangrandma #grandma #fyp #cutebaby ♬ Mara pass Mara Beat – Dj Khalipha

Nigerian man living abroad returns home, transforms friend’s dilapidated living conditions (Video)

Nigerian man living abroad returns home, transforms friend's dilapidated living conditions (Video)

A young Nigerian man living abroad has gone above and beyond to improve the living conditions of his friend and his family. Roger Stone, known on social media as @rogerstone3350, was shocked and deeply moved by the dire state of his friend’s living situation upon his return to Nigeria. After receiving a distressing phone call from his friend, whose identity remains undisclosed, Roger Stone decided to document the appalling conditions in a video. The footage showed a cramped and dilapidated apartment where his friend’s family was struggling to make ends meet. Determined to make a difference, Roger Stone took it upon himself to initiate a transformation that would improve his friend’s life. Filming the entire process, Roger Stone can be seen emptying the apartment of its meager belongings and embarking on a renovation project. He repainted the walls, providing a fresh and uplifting atmosphere for his friend’s family. Additionally, he purchased a new mattress, ensuring a comfortable sleeping arrangement, and provided new flooring to replace the worn-out surfaces. Moved by his friend’s plight, Roger Stone expressed his commitment to do even more to uplift his friend’s living conditions @NjikeNjike said; “I scattered my friend house rebuild it within 3month to do his mother burial. you did well.” @Elha_ayirebi said; “God richly bless you. @Richie said; “Bro you really tried you good friend.” @lady koi koi said; “U are doing well, may God bless you richly.” @Sandy’s Home Essentials said; “God bless you, you really did well.” @brisl_service_company said; “You did well….God will never forget you.”  @yankybf said; “Bro abeg arrange better money for him to start better business.” @joyimade739 said; “God bless you for doing this may God send you help and helpers when you need help in Jesus mighty name amen.” See below; @rogerstone3350 Always help if you’re in position to#rogerstone3350 #viral #africantiktok #foryouu #goviral ♬ Spiritual BGM healed with natural sounds – Red Blue Studio

Nigerian man who graduated with 2.2 emerges as best student in European University after overcoming 16 U.S, UK rejections

Nigerian man who graduates with 2.2, overcomes 16 us and uk rejections, emerges as best student in european university

Ifeanyi Obi, a Nigerian man who graduated with a 2.2, has become an inspiration to social media users with his extraordinary academic success story of emerging as the best student in a prestigious European university. Despite graduating with a 2.2 in his undergraduate studies, Obi defied the odds and emerged as the best student in a prestigious European university.

Ifeanyi Obi

A photo of the Nigerian man who became the European best student, despite 16 rejections from US and UK universities due to his 2.2 graduation. Photo Credit: Ifeanyi Obi Source: Linkedin Obi shared his incredible journey on his LinkedIn page. He revealed that his academic performance, reflected by his 2.2 undergraduate degree, initially presented a significant obstacle in his pursuit of further education. His applications to foreign universities, including renowned institutions in the United States, United Kingdom, and Canada, were met with rejection. Undeterred by these setbacks, Obi turned his attention towards a European university. Despite the challenges, he applied and successfully secured admission to pursue his studies. Motivated to prove himself, Obi approached his academic journey with unwavering determination and commitment. To the astonishment of many, Obi not only surpassed his previous academic performance but also emerged as the best student in the European university. Four years later, Obi’s hard work and outstanding performance led him to the position of an associate professor. Moreover, his software, BuildTech, gained approval from a prestigious UK body, opening up new avenues of success for him. This accomplishment resulted in Obi obtaining a special visa to establish a software lab in London. He wrote; “I graduated with honours(2:2) for my undergraduate studies, which wasn’t an excellent feat. This was due to personal issues and strangely struggles against words spoken to me by a Prophet that I won’t do well academically if ever I chose that path. “I applied to 3 Universities in the UK for my Masters studies and got rejected. With that I applied to other Universities in USA, Canada and got rejected as well. With over 16 rejections, I proceeded with great determination to Cyprus to study. “I told myself I only could turn my story around. With increased focus and developed study patterns, I graduated with High Honours(3.8) for my Masters Studies and was offered a place for PhD and with same determines and few mistakes aswell, I graduated as the best student that year and was the Valedictorian. “Last year my software in BuildTech got approved by the UK endorsement body and this year obtained an Innovator Migrant Visa to establish a software lab in London.”

Nigerian man builds ‘G-Wagon’, takes pastor on a ride (Video)

Nigerian man builds 'G-Wagon', takes pastor on a ride (Video)

Nigerian man builds 'G-Wagon', takes pastor on a ride (Video)

Nigerian man builds ‘G-Wagon’, takes pastor on a ride (Video) A young Nigerian man gets the blessing of his pastor after constructing a Mercedes Benz G-Wagon car using local materials. The young man identified as Godday Chukwudieze is the brain behind the construction of a G-Wagon model with a distinct resemblance but a smaller size than the original German car.

Nigerian man builds 'G-Wagon', takes pastor on a ride (Video)

G-Wagon car built by Godday Chukwudieze. Following the completion of the vehicle, he received the blessings of his pastor after a brief car cruise with the clergyman in it, with a crowd of people following them. Gooday has since left an impression on social media with his impressive engineering skill that led to the success of the car build. Reactions trailing G-Wagon model by a Nigerian youth Zi-baba wrote: “This is really impressive . Don’t give up . Blessings and favor will locate you my guy.” I no send u 😒 opined: “Creativity is not for everyone only d lucky ones has it.keep d work goin bro 💪 I pray it’s heed u to a greater height 🤲” Prez_G20 penned: “Ah bro 😎 you try oo but why camera man come Dey run pass the GLK 😂😂” Riyan said: “bro,, u will be big soon 🙌🏿more grace to you bro” Watch the video below … @goddaychukwudieze Thank God is Friday💃 #fypシ #trending #explorepage #fyp #viral #makemefamous #donjazzy #explore #engineering #talent #talented #talentshow #constructionsite #constructiontips #catholic @Pulse [email protected] Jazzy @HipTv @BBC News @Lord Zeus 101 ♬ original sound – goddaychukwudieze

Nigerian man refuses to enter a driverless bus in Netherlands

Man Driver Bus

Man Driver Bus

Why do people believe in technology? — Nigerian man asks, refuses to enter a driverless bus (Video) A young Nigerian man causes a stir after refusing to board a driverless bus in the Netherlands over his personal mistrust of technology. In a video capturing the incident, the man could be seen boarding the bus and engaging with some passengers who were already seated.

He inquired whether there was a driver or operator present in the bus. Directing his attention to a lady comfortably seated by the window, he questioned why she was at ease despite the absence of a bus driver. Continuing his line of inquiry, he wondered aloud why people would place their trust in a vehicle, resembling a train or bus, to transport them to their desired destination when no driver was visible. After receiving a response from the lady, the man exited the bus and pondered why people believed in the seamless functioning of a driverless car or vehicle in getting them to their intended location. Nevertheless, he expressed admiration for the innovation, likening it to a spaceship and remarking on its beauty. WATCH VIDEO:  pic.twitter.com/j4axRqDrmP — Lagos Uncle (@MrNobody5588) July 9, 2023

Nigerian pilgrim finds $80,000 in Saudi Arabia, returns to owner

Nigerian pilgrim finds $80,000 in Saudi Arabia, returns to owner

Nigerian pilgrim finds $80,000 in Saudi Arabia, returns to owner

Nigerian pilgrim finds $80,000 in Saudi Arabia, returns to owner A Nigerian pilgrim, Aishatu y’an Guru Nahuce receives accolades for her act of honesty after she returned $80,000 she found to its rightful owner in Saudi Arabia. The pilgrim was among the millions of Muslims from around the world who visited the holy city of Mecca for the 2023 Hajj pilgrimage.

Nigerian pilgrim finds $80,000 in Saudi Arabia, returns to owner

Nigerian pilgrim, Aishatu y’an Guru Nahuce. Credit: The Independent Hajj Reporters of Nigeria / Facebook. According to The Independent Hajj Reporters of Nigeria via their Facebook page, Aishatu found a stash of hard currency amounting to about 56 million in Nigerian money and returned it. Sharing her photo, the reporter wrote, “This Nigerian pilgrim Hajiya Aishatu y’an Guru Nahuce from Bungudu LGA of Zamfara State found $80,000 (N56,000,000) and handed it over to the Zamfara Pilgrims Welfare Agency official for onward return to the owner. May Almighty Allah rewards her honesty and accept her Hajj. Amen.”

Snapshot of The Independent Hajj Reporters of Nigeria posts affirming the return of $80,000 to the rightful owner.

Moment Nigerian man was mistaken for Johnny Drille at restaurant (video)

Moment Nigerian man was mistaken for Johnny Drille at restaurant (video)

A humorous incident took place at a restaurant in Lagos state when a man, Freddie, was mistaken for popular singer, Johnny Drille. Freddie had visited the restaurant to relax when the manager, convinced that he was Johnny Drille, went above and beyond to surprise him with a complimentary cake and arranged for a photographer to capture the moment.

Johnny Drille

Nigerian Musicain, Johnny Drille However, the situation took a funny turn when Freddie revealed that he was not the Mavin Records star. Freddie shared a video of the hilarious moment on Twitter, expressing his gratitude for the cake. It should be noted that Johnny Drille and Freddie sparked dating rumors in the past, but Johnny Drille clarified in an interview that they are just friends. The confusion at the restaurant was a case of mistaken identity and added to the humorous situation. Freddie posted a video of the hilarious moment on Twitter and wrote, “Mistaken identity 🤣🤣🤣
The manager legit thought @Johnnydrille was at their restaurant. Brought a whole photo crew.
Thanks for the cake 🍰” See the video below: Mistaken identity 🤣🤣🤣
The manager legit thought @Johnnydrille was at their restaurant. Brought a whole photo crew.
Thanks for the cake 🍰 pic.twitter.com/uA0Nq5GeFY — Sir Freddie of Tarleq 💪🏾 (@DaddyTT_) July 7, 2023 It is worth noting that Johnny Drille and Tomi had sparked dating rumors in the past when they shared affectionate photos and videos on their social media accounts. Initially, people speculated that these posts were part of a promotional campaign for Johnny Drille’s single ‘Believe Me.’ However, as Tomi continued to share adorable pictures of them together, the rumors of them being in a romantic relationship gained more momentum. The speculations were fueled by the affectionate nature of their posts and the chemistry displayed between them.

Nigerian lady claims pregnancy after alleged encounter with Davido at Club DNA

Nigerian lady claims pregnancy after alleged encounter with Davido at Club DNA

Another Nigerian lady has joined the growing number of women claiming to have conceived a child with award-winning singer David “Davido” Adeleke, after an alleged encounter at Club DNA. The unidentified young woman made her assertion in a video, engaging in a lighthearted conversation with her roommate, who had noticed her expanding stomach and raised concerns about her increased appetite. Nigerian superstar - Davido said in his Instagram story, "Nail Technicians and hairdressers gossip the most in Nigeria".A photo of Davido. Photo Credit: @davido Source: Instagram During the conversation, the woman shared that she had allegedly become pregnant after an intimate encounter with Davido at the popular club in Lagos, known as Club DNA. She revealed that the encounter took place during one of her night outings with the friend she was conversing with. This claim adds to the list of women who have come forward, asserting that they are carrying Davido’s child. Among those who have previously made similar claims are Anita Brown, Ivanna Bay, Korra Obidi, Kenyan vixen Pendo Stacy, and others. See below;

Nigerian man engages in playful banter with his Chinese teacher, communicates in Mandarin

Nigerian man engages in playful banter with his Chinese teacher, communicates in Mandarin

A young Nigerian man showcased his impressive language skills by engaging in a delightful Mandarin conversation with his charming Chinese teacher. The video, shared by the student on social media under the handle @mrchina87, captured the attention of viewers worldwide, leaving them captivated and wishing they could understand the Mandarin dialogue.

Na only me understand" - Nigerian man engages in playful banter with his Chinese teacher, communicates in Mandarin (Video)

A photo captures the Nigerian student and his Chinese teacher playfully interacting with each other’s hair. Photo Credit: @mrchina97 Source; TikTok The video features an endearing interaction between the Nigerian student and his beautiful teacher as they engaged in small talk entirely in Mandarin. The teacher, visibly amused and delighted, giggled throughout the conversation, highlighting the comfortable rapport shared between the two. What made the video even more touching was the subtle display of affection between the student and his teacher. As they conversed, the young man, who seemed to have a close relationship with her, gently petted her braids, showcasing their deep bond and mutual respect. The student expressed his admiration for the teacher, describing her as a “great teacher” in the video. @Breel king said: “Ask for her mama instagram name.” @Soj said: “Her smile is everything omo.” @Durotimi said: “Wonderful who notice her trouser, our Nigeria lady can’t wear this one now. may be in another world sha.” @emmy  said: “You go surprised say this lady don reach 40 years.” @ISIOMA said; “How much does unizik pay now.. I’m transferring from Oko.” @berrylion12 said: “Na only me understand watin she dey talk.” @Ibeh plenty said; “I come Dey smile like say I hear Weytin una Dey talk.” @Bobby Rich said; “Make she give us site nau.” @Oginni Olamide840 said; “Her smile nah reaper.” @somkeneemmanuel said; “This girl go sweet.” See below; @mrchina87 Great teacher @Don Jazzy @yabaleftonline @king tunde Ednut #nnamdiazikiwe #xyzbca ♬ original sound – MR china3