A Nigerian relationship counselor owns her mistakes as she opens up on why her highly anticipated wedding will no longer hold
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In a turn of events that has left many Nigerians on social media buzzing, popular relationship counselor Chidima Praise has come forward to accept full responsibility for the collapse of her relationship — just days after she publicly announced the cancellation of her upcoming wedding.
In a heartfelt statement shared on her Facebook page, Chidima did not point fingers or drag her ex-partner’s name through the mud. Instead, she looked inward and said the words many people struggle to say: “I was the one who erred in the relationship.”
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When the Counselor Needs Counseling
As Nigerians, we often joke that the cobbler’s children have no shoes — and this situation reminds us that even those who guide others through love and heartbreak are not immune to its complexities. Chidima, who has built a platform advising people on matters of the heart, found herself navigating the very storms she helps others weather.
Rather than going quiet or spinning a narrative to protect her reputation, she chose transparency — a move that many of her followers have applauded as both brave and refreshing.
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Owning Your Mistakes — A Lesson for Us All
In a society where blame-shifting has almost become a cultural sport, Chidima’s public admission is nothing short of remarkable. Whether it is in marriages, situationships, or long-term relationships, many Nigerians find it incredibly difficult to say, “E be like say na me cause am.”
Her statement serves as a reminder that:
– Self-awareness is a superpower. Knowing where you went wrong is the first step to doing better.
– Public image should never override personal truth. It would have been easy for her to stay silent or craft a more flattering story.
– Accountability is not weakness. In fact, it takes more strength to own your errors than to deflect them.
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The Reaction Online
As expected, Nigerians on social media have had plenty to say. While some have praised her courage and honesty, others have expressed sympathy, with many dropping encouraging words in her comment section. A few keyboard warriors have also used the moment to question how a relationship counselor could let her own relationship crumble — but such is the nature of Nigerian Twitter and Facebook streets.
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Moving Forward
Chidima has not gone into extensive detail about what specifically went wrong, and frankly, she does not owe anyone that explanation. What matters is that she is taking ownership, healing, and hopefully using this experience to become an even more grounded and empathetic voice for the many people who rely on her guidance.
Wedding cancellations are never easy — especially when invitations have gone out, aso-ebi has possibly been distributed, and family members are already asking questions at every family gathering. But sometimes, calling it off is the most mature and loving decision two people can make.
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To Chidima Praise, we say: heal well, sis. Your honesty has inspired more people than you know.
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