“I Built It Brick by Brick” — Nigerian Nurse Shares Powerful Story of Struggle, Rejection, Resilience

A Nigerian healthcare professional has sparked conversations online after sharing her deeply personal journey of persistence through years of academic setbacks, family tragedy, and financial hardship—urging others to stop making excuses and take charge of their lives.

 

In an emotional account, the young woman revealed that her path to becoming a nurse was far from smooth. After initially pursuing a different course in a public institution, she discovered that it did not align with opportunities available in Nigeria, forcing her to start over in public health.

 

Following her National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), she found herself uncertain about her future and considered taking up tutorial teaching for secondary school students preparing for entrance exams. With support from her brother—despite initial resistance from her mother—she began teaching, even as she struggled to secure admission into a nursing program.

 

Determined to succeed, she sat for multiple entrance examinations across different states, including Ekiti, Edo, Ondo, and Ogun. Despite applying to as many as five schools in a single year, she faced repeated rejections.

 

“I cried my life out like I wanted to die,” she recalled, describing the emotional toll of not gaining admission after multiple attempts.

 

Undeterred, she tried again the following year, attending tutorials and traveling between states in pursuit of her dream. Her persistence eventually paid off when she secured admission into a nursing school.

 

However, her challenges did not end there. In 2020, shortly after resuming her studies, she experienced a devastating family tragedy—the loss of her brother. Despite the grief, she remained focused on her education.

 

“I knew if I failed, I would have to go back home, and I couldn’t afford that,” she said.

 

She successfully completed her nursing program, but the transition into the workforce brought new hurdles. After graduation, she took up a job in Lagos offering accommodation but with a modest salary of ₦90,000, subject to deductions. Still, she accepted the offer, driven by her determination to build an independent life.

 

Her passion for mental health led her to pursue further specialization, completing an additional 18-month program. It was only after this period—following nearly six years of constant movement between hostels, shared spaces, and uncertainty—that she was finally able to afford her own personal living space.

 

Reflecting on her journey, she emphasized that her achievements were not the result of luck or ease, but relentless effort and faith.

 

“I worked for where I am right now. I built it brick by brick,” she said.

 

Her story has resonated with many, serving as both a testament to resilience and a call to action.

 

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“Stop making excuses for yourself,” she urged. “Stand up and move.”