My dad died and everything went downhill, Omotola tells life story

Whenever Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde speaks, you always want to listen especially if it is message she’s trying to pass across to her fans.

Omotola revealed her long walk to stardom and fame but wasn’t an easy ride.

The actress stated that after the death of her father, life took a pause and education was near impossible.

Read her account below

My Dad died ! Everything went down hill. It looked like even schooling had come to an end. All Hope seemed to have come to an End! I was able to stand against all odds beside my widowed Mum. I wanted to be succesful so bad, I was sensitive to all opportunities. I escorted a friend to an acting audition, she didn’t get in , i did. I Found my Future… , It was tough …#YetIwon Fastforward to the Ban on Top actors. Everyone was banned for one year. I was banned for 2 ! I had always wanted to do music…my first Love but there was No time. Now I had time, Against all odds I did and Released my First Album “GBA” Had a Hit single “Naija Lowa” Was invited for the Grammy! My song “Barren Land From my second Album “Me myself and eyes ” was adapted by Amnesty international and I was signed to Bungalo Universal ! I earn Royalties in $$$ … Despite the ups and downs ….. yetIwon No matter what life throws at you , you Can pull through. You must refuse self pity or to be a victim . Make your pain your Motivation. You can Win and keep winning… From Ikoyi to IyanaIpaja Now to the World. #YetIwon I challenge World Class Manager/Publicist @k3pr and the Indomitable @moabudu to tell their #YetIWon story to encourage young girls out there. Well done on this @omowunmiak Cc: @omotolainspires #believeinyou #Againstallodds

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