A Nigerian man who once worked as househelp, known on Twitter as @UdofiaEA has inspired people on social media with his amazing “grass-to-grace” tale.
The Akwa Ibomite, who once worked as a house help in Uyo, went on to earn four master’s degrees, a PhD, and a significant position in the US.
The well-read scholar is also involved in business, serving as a director of a corporation and a member of the boards of two other organisations in the US.
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“I am a proud Akwa Ibomite, with 4 Master’s Degrees and a PhD. I am a Director of a Corporation in USA, also serving in the Boards of 2 organizations in USA, a broadcaster, Global President of a non- for profit organization. I was once a housemaid in Uyo.” His viral tweet read.
From house help to Doctorate
His tweet amassed many replies as netizens were amazed at his achievements and congratulated him.
Eviiy: “My mom is a PHD graduate but plans didn’t work out for her to get the planned job, now she’s in need of a job sir. Please I need your advice and she’s not getting any younger so please what do you advice we do.”
JOSEPH: “You just inspired me.Though the country has changed over time to even worse and people from our side of the country are mostly vied as cooks, guards and other domestic helps. We will keep pushing…”
@SaviourAnietieW: “I am happy to hear this. Let me follow you immediately. Whenever I hear my people do well academically and professionally it makes me happy. We have been known for menial jobs and lifestyle for so long. Is about time that Akwa Ibomites rise to their true potential. More Grace Sir.”
@busybodyanalyst: “Big congratulations Sir. I’m inspired. I’m a school administrator. I Feel lonely most of the times because I’m determined to uphold and inculcate the right way of life and learning.This your tweet has motivated me the more. Thank you Sir.”
@Queenlisa82: “Wow! This is so encouraging. Praise God who takes the poor out of the dust and makes them sit with kings. Thank you for sharing. You make me proud to be an Akwa Ibomite.”
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Mum looks for nanny with a Masters degree
Meanwhile, a mum based in the US came with a mouth watering salary of N623,000 monthly as she looks for a nanny with a masters degree.
She was criticized for the unreasonable demand she made in her search for a babysitter.
The mum of four identified as Tammy looked really desperate as she needed someone to take care of her kids for her as soon as possible.
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