Taking to Instagram on Sunday, Nollywood actor Yul Edochie expressed his concerns about young people placing undue importance on material things, such as cars and phones.
He reminded them that such items will eventually get old and be replaced by new ones, so they shouldn’t be worth committing crimes or harming others for. Yul urged young people to stay focused on legitimate ways of making a living, trusting that God will bless their hustle in due time.
He wrote,
Dear young people,
No car, phone, or material stuff is worth killing someone for, neither is it worth doing crime.
Material things will always get old and fizzle away, and new ones will pop out.
Never feel intimidated if you don’t have them.
Keep your dealings legit always.
God will bless your hustle at the right time.”
In a similar vein, Yul has consistently used his platform to speak out on matters affecting society. For instance, during the fallout between Psquare, Yul encouraged fans not to pressure them into reuniting, stating that sometimes, peace can only come from staying apart. He mentioned that even blocking family members is sometimes necessary to protect one’s mental health and maintain peace.
Earlier this year, Yul also addressed the tough economic situation in Nigeria, urging people to help one another no matter how small. He emphasized that offering someone as little as N5,000 or N10,000 could potentially stop them from committing crimes or even contemplating suicide, underscoring the importance of community support.
Additionally, Yul spoke out following the death of music legend Onyeka Onwenu, reminding Nigerians that life is fleeting. He advised people to spend their money while they’re alive and enjoy life rather than hoarding wealth, as everyone will eventually pass on.
In another emotional post, Yul encouraged his followers to express love to the people they care about while they are still alive. He noted that love shown after death holds little meaning, making it essential to share love and appreciation during one’s lifetime.
Yul has also been outspoken on issues within the Igbo community, highlighting the envy and malice that often exist between family members due to past grievances. He lamented how many Igbos hold onto negative feelings toward one another but still attend church on Sundays, questioning the sincerity of their faith.
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