Real Warri Pikin reveals her personal struggle with sui.cidal thoughts in 2018

Nigerian comedian Real Warri Pikin recently opened up about her struggles with financial crisis and a suicide attempt in 2018. In an interview with media personality Chude, she revealed that she and her husband Ikechukwu were burdened with debt and unable to make payments during that time.

Real Warri Pikin shared that the financial crisis took a toll on her mental health, leading her to attempt suicide in June 2018. However, she survived the attempt and was quickly taken to three different hospitals for medical treatment.

After waking up in the last hospital, Real Warri Pikin reflected on her survival and recognized a greater purpose for her experience. She believed that God spared her life because he wanted her to use her story to help others going through similar struggles. Realizing that the fastest way she could reach a wide audience was by sharing her story online, she started using her small and unclear Itel phone to connect with people and share her experiences.

Real Warri Pikin’s suicide attempt served as a turning point in her life. Determined to make a positive impact, she embraced her role as a mental health advocate. Through her compelling storytelling and engaging content, she has been able to raise awareness about mental health issues in Nigeria and provide support to others facing challenges.

In her words;

“In 2017/2018 my husband and I had financial issues. We were in debt and everything, so when I attempted suicide I’m June 6, 2018, I didn’t die.

They took me to about three different hospitals but in the last hospital when I woke up, I wondered why I didn’t die. I said God, you see this my story, I will use it to help others.

It means if God didn’t allow me to die then, he wanted me to use the story to help others around me and not keep it to myself. The fastest way I could do that was online and I had an Itel small phone that wasn’t clear enough.

If you see my face ehnn, I be like Goat wey burn.”

The comedian acknowledged that her journey to recovery was not easy, but she found solace in the support of her husband, Ikechukwu, and their close bond. Real Warri Pikin and Ikechukwu recently celebrated their 10th wedding anniversary, renewing their commitment and love for each other.

Real Warri Pikin’s story serves as a reminder that even during the darkest times, there is hope. Her resilience and determination to use her experience for good are inspiring, and she continues to be a source of strength for others. By sharing her story and advocating for mental health, Real Warri Pikin is making a difference in the lives of many people in Nigeria and beyond.