Actress Adunni Ade has recounted the death of her younger brother Douglas and the success of her first self-produced movie Soole while celebrating her birthday.
In an Instagram post on Tuesday, the movie star penned down a list of the good and tough times she has gone through as she expressed gratitude for her new age.
According to Adunni Ade, she budgeted N34 million for the production of the movie but ended up spending N50 million.
In a lengthy post, she wrote: Many many years ago, God, you gave me a life that day I was born, and I hope I will spend all my life and do as much as I can to show you my love and gratitude. This past year has proven how strong-hearted I am and that I can conquer whatever I put my mind to.
“I am a living testimony of perseverance! Countless sleepless nights, so many nights of tears, being, aches and pains, wondered if I’d see another day! Lost my younger brother (God bless your soul, Douglas) Oh! The time I stepped into the big girl’s shoes, executively produced my first movie. A budget of N34m but ended up spending almost N50m. Hmmm! Story for another day!
I promoted the movie like my life depended on it! Well, it did! I had casts who F’ed me over upon all the contracts signed but like I said, story for another day! With all my push, my sweat! I scaled through and my movie ranked 9th biggest movie in the country! On my first try? God is the greatest!”
She continued: “I have got to add this, To those who randomly showed so much love to me, thank you! To those who intentionally tried to kill my joy, thank you! You made me push harder coz I don’t accept defeat! Look I say this often because I live and breathe by this!
“For as long as you’ve got life, you’ve got hope! Do not be intimidated to accept fear and defeat! Stand strong and go forth to achieve greatness. What more can I ask for? I’ve got the best Children and family members. A few great friends and my beautiful Family. Without you, I’m no one. We go hard this new year.”
