Real Warri Pikin Reveals Suicide Attempt Over N22 Million Debt 

Real Warri Pikin

Nigerian comedienne, Anita Asuoha, popularly known as Real Warri Pikin, has opened up about her struggle with depression and how she once attempted suicide due to overwhelming financial burdens. She shared her emotional story on Instagram in commemoration of World Suicide Prevention Day. 

The Financial Struggles 

In her post, Real Warri Pikin recounted how her family fell into a N22 million debt. Her husband, motivated by a motivational speaker, ventured into multiple businesses in an effort to achieve financial success. Unfortunately, these attempts were unsuccessful, leading to the massive debt that took a toll on their lives. 

The Breaking Point 

Asuoha shared that on June 6, 2018, at 3 p.m., she attempted to take her own life. “Life was hitting me from all sides. I felt like I was being spun around like a barber’s chair,” she explained, highlighting the intense pressure she was under. She believed suicide was the only way to escape her pain, but fortunately, a family member visited just in time and stopped her from carrying out the tragic act. 

Suicide is making a permanent decision to a temporary problem. And most of all, hold on to God and do the one your power reach.” — Real Warri Pikin 

A Lesson in Perseverance 

Reflecting on her experience, Real Warri Pikin urged her fans not to resort to suicide, even when life feels unbearable. She emphasized that life is made up of different seasons and phases, and challenges are only temporary. “Suicide is a permanent decision to a temporary problem,” she said. She also encouraged people to trust in God and do their best within their abilities. 

From Depression to Comedy 

Asuoha has previously shared that her battle with depression helped her discover her comedic talent. “In school, I used to dance, host events, and do stand-up comedy, but I never took it seriously. When depression hit, I started making videos to inspire people, and that’s how my comedy career began,” she revealed in 2019. Through her story, Real Warri Pikin hopes to inspire others facing difficult times to keep pushing forward and not lose hope. 

In sharing her personal struggle, Real Warri Pikin reminds us that no matter how overwhelming life’s challenges may seem, there is always hope. Her story highlights the importance of perseverance, faith, and seeking support during tough times. Rather than seeing hardship as the end, she encourages others to view it as a temporary phase, urging them to hold on and keep moving forward.