Renowned Nollywood actress, Deborah Ajijolajesu Shokoya, popularly known as Debbie Shokoya, opened up about a deeply personal and heart-wrenching experience as she took to her Instagram page to share the painful story of losing her pregnancy at 8 months. With a mixture of grief and courage, the actress recounted her traumatic ordeal on Thursday, August 17, leaving her followers deeply moved by her candor.
In an emotional video, Debbie Shokoya recounted the series of events that led to the tragic loss of her pregnancy. The actress, who had been joyfully anticipating the arrival of her child, revealed that she had already formed a deep bond with her unborn child, making the loss even more devastating.
Many individuals were aware of her pregnancy and were eagerly awaiting news of the child’s birth. However, life took an unforeseen turn, leaving Debbie grappling with the reality of her loss. Through tearful words, she shared the emotional journey she underwent, traveling with the hope of returning home with her newborn, only to face an unimaginable sorrow.
Debbie Shokoya’s words carried a plea for compassion and understanding. She implored people to be cautious with their words, as they hold the power to heal or hurt. As a mother who had carried her child for 8 months, she shared the immense sacrifices and emotional investment she had made in the journey.
Her words resonated deeply as she said, “It’s not easy, I carried my child for 8 months, bonded with my child but lost my child.”