Renowned Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo has identified acute hardship as a pivotal factor contributing to the escalating insecurity prevalent across Nigeria. The actress highlighted the interconnected issues of hardship, acute depression, insomnia, and increased drug intake as major catalysts for societal challenges, including irrational behavior and deteriorating mental health.
Taking to her Instagram on Friday, Iyabo Ojo shared insights into her perspective, drawing attention to the flood of distressing messages in her direct messages (DM). She asserted that these messages serve as a testament to the pervasive impact of hardship on individuals’ mental well-being. In response to this, she has made the decision to refrain from reading her DMs as a measure to protect her own sanity amid the overwhelming evidence of societal struggles.
In her post, Iyabo Ojo conveyed a heartfelt plea to divine intervention, praying that the government gains the wisdom to address these critical issues promptly. Her message emphasizes the urgency of taking corrective actions to alleviate the root causes of insecurity, irrational behavior, and mental health challenges before reaching a point of irreversibility.
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