The harrowing tale of a man who came close to taking his own life because he was instructed to repeat a class is truly moving. @Crosseyednerd revealed that following his JSSCE, he was advised to enroll in the Commercial Class due to his capabilities. However, his father insisted that he pursue a science-oriented curriculum, a decision that took a toll on his academic performance, resulting in a requirement to repeat SS1.
The family was enduring financial hardship at the time, primarily reliant on his mother’s meager teacher salary. Repeating a class meant that the initial investment in his education had been squandered. This led to a distressing confrontation with his mother, who lashed out at him and disparaged him as a disgrace. Fueled by despair, he made an attempt on his own life, only to be rescued by his sisters in the nick of time.
Upon learning of her son’s desperate act, his mother had a change of heart. Moved to tears, she made the decision to transfer him back to the Arts class and arranged for him to receive tutoring, despite the financial strain it imposed. Today, the individual in question proudly attests to having obtained two degrees, several other certifications, and a job that he is passionate about.
Nearly two decades after this traumatic episode, he shared his poignant story on Twitter. His narrative serves as a testament to the strength of the human spirit in overcoming adversity and finding success amidst hardship. The images below capture poignant moments from his journey.