31-Year-Old Nigerian Man Opens Up About Financial Struggles as POS Attendant
A 31-year-old Nigerian man has taken to social media to candidly discuss the challenges he faces in his daily life, revealing that he still resides with his parents despite his age and is burdened by debt. In a heartfelt post, he explained that he lacks marketable skills and works as a Point of Sale (POS) attendant, earning a modest income that he describes as insufficient for his needs.
Daily Earnings and Personal Struggles
The individual, identified as @sesu053 on TikTok, shared his story, stating, "This feels embarrassing to say out loud. I'm 31 years old and I live with my parents. I don't have any marketable skills, so I work as a POS attendant for 500 naira a day. That's 15,000 naira a month." He expressed disappointment with how his life has unfolded, admitting that he never anticipated being in such a situation at this stage.
He further elaborated on his financial woes, saying, "Honestly, this is not how I thought my life was going to be. What I hate to admit the most is that I'm not even starting from zero but from debt. You're earning 500 naira daily and you're in debt, you understand what I mean." Despite these hardships, he has decided to take proactive steps to improve his circumstances.
Self-Imposed Challenge and Future Goals
In an effort to turn his life around, the man has set a personal challenge to increase his earnings significantly. He revealed, "I'm not disclosing the amount because this is not supposed to be a pity story. I'm not looking for sympathy. I've given myself a challenge to earn 150,000 naira in 60 days online using this phone. For me to achieve that, it means I need to make at least 2,500 naira every day. Since I don't have any skills, I have to actively build one along the way to make sure I earn." This determination highlights his resolve to overcome his current limitations and achieve financial stability.
Online Reactions and Support
The post has garnered numerous responses from social media users, with many offering words of encouragement and practical advice. Comments included:
- R.D.K said: "This is not suppose to be a pity story – it's definitely going to work out for you man."
- Ifechukwude Emmanuel explained: "31 dey complain me na 34 I just began to live now, almost starting life from zero."
- BSO wrote: "If you own the pos business and you're in a good location with substantial capital, you will get that 150k in a month."
- Charles O noted: "You have a skill sir, storytelling is a high value skill, and you have it. utilise it properly and you'll never be poor again."
These reactions reflect a mix of empathy, shared experiences, and motivational support, underscoring the community's role in uplifting individuals facing similar struggles.
Broader Context and Related Stories
This story resonates with broader issues faced by many Nigerian youths, including unemployment, underemployment, and financial insecurity. In a related incident, a video surfaced showing a POS attendant boasting about his business to customers, highlighting the varied experiences within this line of work. Additionally, another report detailed a young POS agent who was heartbroken after his girlfriend left him, despite his earnings of about 10,000 naira daily, which exceeded her monthly salary.
The 31-year-old's openness about his situation sheds light on the economic realities for many in Nigeria, sparking conversations about skill development, entrepreneurship, and resilience in the face of adversity.
