By Paschal Abu
The young girl who got pregnant in her 200-level and still graduated with a First Class at the Federal University of Technology, Akure, FUTA, has been granted N500,000 by VIVA Detergent.
CONVERSEER reports that Blessing struggled to see herself through school after her family rejected her for taking in at a young age while studying at the university.
Blessing who resorted to selling popcorn and ice cream to cater for her education, herself and her kid, took to social media to share her story.
Her touching story caught the attention of VIVA on X (formerly Twitter), who offered her half a million grant to boost her business.
“Dear Blessing, thank you for being a great inspiration to many. You are proof that no matter what life brings, anyone can have a fresh start. We would love to support you & your businesses with VIVA products & N500,000 cash,” VIVA posted on X
Reacting to the kind gesture by VIVA, blessing who goes by the name and username, Justpopcorn and @loveswaggs11, on X, said she would put the money to good use.
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“This is indeed a fresh start with Viva. Thank you so much, VIVA Detergent, for selecting me as a recipient of your generous offer. I will put the supply of VIVA products and the cash prize to good use, and I hope to continue making you proud. Thank you again! @VivaDetergent,” Blessing posted on X.
Blessing’s story has gathered numerous reactions with many affirming being inspired by her doggedness.