Popular media personality Ebuka Obi-Uchendu has shared his personal battle with cigarette addiction, revealing he began smoking in junior secondary school and continued the habit for 13 years.
The Big Brother Naija host made the disclosure during a recent episode of the MENtality podcast alongside Banky W and Aproko Doctor. He opened up about how the addiction escalated during his university days.
“I started smoking in JSS 3, and I smoked for 13 years. In university, I was doing about two packs a day.”
The conversation explored various forms of addiction including drug abuse, betting, and pornography. Aproko Doctor explained that many addictions stem from the human desire to avoid pain and chase pleasure. Banky W also shared his experience of turning to pornography while trying to overcome promiscuity.
The revelations have drawn significant attention online, with many commending their honesty and vulnerability. Their stories highlight the challenges of addiction among young people and the possibility of recovery.