Popular Yoruba movie star Eniola Ajao has shared an emotional story about her early struggles, including losing both parents at a young age and becoming a mother at just 20.
In a recent interview with Biola Adebayo, shared on her official YouTube channel, Eniola revealed that her pregnancy came as a surprise and she had no intention of becoming a mother so early in life.
“My dad died in 2010, and I lost my mom when I was just 8 years old,” she said. “Life became very tough for me and my siblings, but we were lucky to have my mom’s elder sister who took care of us.”
Eniola disclosed that she became pregnant at 20, a time when she was still navigating life and dealing with the challenges of growing up without her parents. “It was difficult. I wasn’t ready to be a mother, but I had no choice,” she added.
Despite the early hurdles, Eniola Ajao has gone on to build a successful acting career, earning admiration for her talent and resilience.