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The tragic death of Joseph Abodurin, a first-class engineering scholar from the Federal University of Technology, Minna (FUTMINNA), has sent shockwaves across Nigeria.
At just 25 years old, Abodurin battled crippling despair, believing his future was bleak. His social media timeline was filled with 88 suicidal tweets since December 2024, hinting at his struggles.
Failed Suicide Attempt Livestreamed
Last month, he live-streamed a failed suicide attempt, but few took it seriously. Sadly, he finally succeeded, with close acquaintances confirming his passing.
"Nigeria Killed His Dreams"
Abodurin, an aspiring entrepreneur, hoped to become the next Elon Musk but felt Nigeria’s system was a major roadblock to his success. The final blow came when he was rejected from the Tony Elumelu Foundation’s TEF 25 program, dashing his hopes of securing funding for his startup, Data Wall.
Family Struggles & Emotional Suppression
Abodurin reportedly blamed his mother for forcing him to suppress his emotions instead of expressing them. Despite undergoing therapy, his reality never changed, leaving him trapped in hopelessness.
"At 25, I've Seen Enough"
His tragic words, “There is no future in sight,” have sparked an intense conversation about mental health, societal pressure, and the unrealistic expectations placed on young Nigerians.
The Big Question: How Did We Miss The Signs?
Now, Nigerians are wondering: How did Joseph cry out for help so many times on Twitter—yet no one truly saw him?
What’s your take? Is social media making young Nigerians feel like failures too soon?
See below:
Nothing much to say again... My passwords are in the first page of my diary. Goodbye! pic.twitter.com/5FTjFWlaNa
— Joseph Abodunrin (@Josephabodun) March 24, 2025
— Joseph Abodunrin (@Josephabodun) February 1, 2025
See Joseph's last tweet below:
I'm sorry I failed you guys, I couldn't just do it anymore... No matter how I explain it. You won't understand!!!
— Joseph Abodunrin (@Josephabodun) March 24, 2025
I hope y'all find it in you to keep fighting, hopeful, never negotiating your dreams and to finally and eventually thrive.
That is my last wish. https://t.co/otf89LsuQa
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