Famed reality star Opara Chinonso Ibinabo, better known as Kim Oprah, has candidly shared details of her past struggles, reminiscing about the times when she sold sachet water and recharge cards to support herself financially. She reflected on how these experiences significantly influenced her perspective on life.
The social media influencer and model disclosed these aspects of her life during an interview with Taymesan on the Tea With Tay podcast.
Reality star, Kim Oprah.
Kim Oprah openly shared details about her childhood struggles, recounting how, following her father's demise, she had no choice but to reside in Abuja barracks since her mother served in the military.
During her time at the University of Port Harcourt, Kim Oprah and her sister engaged in entrepreneurial activities, selling eggs, pure water, and recharge cards to customers in their vicinity, filling the void left by the absence of a nearby kiosk for such commodities.
Reflecting on those challenging times, Kim Oprah expressed, “After my dad’s death, my mother was in the military. So we had to move into the barracks in Abuja to help with accommodation.
“When I went to the University of Port Harcourt, my sister and I used to sell recharge cards, pure water, and eggs around our area because there was no nearby kiosk where you could buy those things, so we became the kiosk.
“Honestly, I’m just happy that I went through it because it really shaped me and made me stronger.
“I know what the hustle is, I have seen suffering. So coming out on the other side and being this person is like I understand both worlds.”
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