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I was defrauded, slipped into debt – Mr Macaroni opens up on financial struggle

Popular Nigerian comedian and actor, Mr Macaroni, has shared details about his financial struggles, revealing that he was scammed and also lost money in a failed investment. The incident, which happened between 2021 and 2022, left him completely broke and forced him into borrowing money.

In a post on his X handle, he explained that he lost all his savings and had to take loans to fulfill his commitments and responsibilities. He admitted that he believed he could easily repay the borrowed money since he earned millions. However, things didn’t go as planned, and he found himself stuck in a cycle of repaying debts with high interest.

Mr Macaroni also acknowledged that his financial habits contributed to his struggles. He described himself as both generous and financially reckless, which made the situation worse. He advised people to avoid borrowing unless absolutely necessary and to be responsible if they do.

By 2024, his debts had reached over N500 million, making it one of the most difficult years of his life. His frustration grew when someone he trusted and considered family betrayed him.

Despite these hardships, he shared that with the support of his family and true friends, he is now in a much better place. He decided to open up about his journey to encourage others facing similar challenges.

Mr Macaroni’s story is a reminder that financial struggles can happen to anyone, but with discipline, support, and resilience, it is possible to overcome them.

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