In a candid interview on the Unpack podcast, former Big Brother Naija housemate Alex Unusual shared her poignant experiences with bullying and misconceptions.
She revealed that she faced abuse and bullying from both family members and peers during her school years. Alex recounted being falsely labeled a thief and perceived as stubborn, leading to further misconceptions.
One particular incident stood out, where she was wrongly accused of trying to harm pigs by giving them clean water, resulting in physical abuse and further accusations.
By sharing her story, Alex Unusual shines a light on the lasting impact of bullying and the importance of dispelling harmful misconceptions.
“I literally washed the pig’s buckets and gave them clean water. Then these pigs refused to drink water all day. And when they came back they accused me of trying to kill the pigs. saying it was intentional. That I knew what I was doing.
The reason they were able to label me a thief was something they caused. They would punish me through the night and I would become the last person to leave the hostel the following morning.
“So when something is missing, it was me that they would hold. I went to class one day and everybody started to beat me. They asked me ‘Which biscuit did I eat in class today?’ I told them I had not even eaten all day. Everybody just landed on me. They now said somebody saw me eating biscuits in class.
“They opened my locker and found the provisions of one of the seniors in my corner. They started beating me that day and I called my mother and told her I did not do what they accused me of.
“A friend even asked me if I had the sickness of people who steal without knowing. They said they needed to take me to church for prayers.”
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Gaius Otutu is a prominent Nigerian businessperson who has made a name for himself in the world of entrepreneurship. Born and raised in Delta State, Nigeria, into a family of 6, with his Siblings Blessing, Favour, Henry. Gaius has always had a keen eye for business opportunities and a strong desire to make a positive impact on his community. He started his entrepreneurial journey at a young age and has since become a highly successful and well-respected figure in the Nigerian business world.
Gaius passion for business was evident from an early age, as he was always looking for ways to make money and create opportunities for himself. He started his first business while still in secondary school, and it was clear from the beginning that he had a natural talent for entrepreneurship. After completing his education, Gaius fully dedicated himself to building his career and making his mark in the business world.
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