Praises as lady turns ₦250,000 meant for hair into yam business

A Nigerian lady has become the center of admiration on social media after revealing she used ₦250,000, given to her by her boyfriend for a new hairstyle, to start a yam fries business instead.

The story, shared by a Facebook user, quickly gained traction as it highlighted the young woman’s entrepreneurial mindset and determination to prioritize her future over fleeting luxury.

Rather than splurging on expensive hair extensions, she saw the money as an opportunity to build a source of income, sparking a wave of support and admiration online.

See post below;

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/15fCX9erGp/

In the comments, netizens showered her with praise, with many commending her maturity and resourcefulness. Women across the platform hailed her as a role model, expressing pride in her decision. Some even described her as a rare example of financial wisdom in today’s society.

Men also weighed in, with several advising her boyfriend to propose to her immediately. One commenter remarked, “This is wife material! Women like this are a blessing. He shouldn’t think twice about putting a ring on her finger.”

Read some netizens’ reactions to the viral post below;

@precious Imade: Great idea and then she can buy as much as she needs later.
U sabi something
Sisterhood is proud of you…where are my opposite gender wey say my gender na so so money and hair we sabi ooo…
Make una come see my gender ooooo lol.

@rachael: God will crown your effort. Your business will flourish, it shall not run dry. For you to understand the rules of money, it is well with you and the work of your hands.

@salvation maul: bro, go and marry her ASAP … dont waste a second

@joseph amedu: While sisterhood is disappointed, brotherhood is so proud of you my dear

@fhido fhido: If all girs be like this i go dey save all my money with her