Nigerian medical doctor and wellness advocate, Kelechi Okoro, popularly known online as Healthertainer, has spoken openly about her struggles with suicidal thoughts. She revealed that she had attempted to take her own life several times in the past.

She made this emotional confession while joining the world to mark World Suicide Prevention Day on September 10.

In a post shared on X, Okoro admitted that it was the first time she had found the courage to say publicly that she had tried to end her life on many occasions. She explained that she was not yet ready to go into details, but wanted to let people know about her struggles.

According to her, she stopped attempting suicide only because none of her previous attempts had worked. She shared that there were moments when she woke up in a pool of blood, shocked and disappointed that she was still alive. Over time, she gave up trying.

Okoro also recalled a particular day when she sent a disturbing message to a friend, which caused panic. Another friend rushed to her place and kept knocking on her door for hours until she finally woke up.

Despite what had happened earlier, she pretended to be fine, and they carried on as if nothing had occurred.

She ended her message with a reminder for everyone to always check on their “strong friends,” because they might be silently battling struggles no one knows about.